The Blue Trunk

By: Lowry, Ann E.

"Lowry's novel offers humor, sharp social commentary, startling twists, and a satisfying conclusion" -Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"Ann Lowry weaves a miracle of storytelling . . . seamlessly blending past and present and the complications of gender, infidelity, and family battles . . ." -Randy Susan Meyers, international bestselling author of The Murderer's Daughters

"This novel will enrage you, it will make you laugh and cry, and it will broaden your empathy a thousand miles. Tremendous." -Peter Geye, author of The Ski Jumpers

Rachel Jackson's idyllic life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers a woman's scarf in her politician husband's computer bag. But in an election year, seeking answers to questions of infidelity is not an option. When her mother gives her a family heirloom, a travel trunk owned by an ancestor, she finds a distraction. As she immerses herself in its contents, she discovers a woman whose life is vastly different from her own. Or is it? Determined to dispel the notion that her ancestor Marit was insane, Rachel sets out to unveil her unknown story. In the interwoven narratives of these two women, who are bound by blood and a shared struggle, The Blue Trunk is a poignant exploration of identity, love, and unwavering strength.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0D8KC2ST6
• ISBN13: 9798888244418
• Release Date: September 2024
• Publisher: Koehler Books
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"