First published 2004
Blackbird House is a centuries-old Massachusetts farmhouse that witnesses the joys, sorrows, and transformations of its residents. From a brilliant bookworm in love to a fisherman attacked by a monstrous halibut, each family that calls this place home faces challenges that test the limits of their resilience. Yet even as the past fades, the house retains a spirit that guides them through life's most crucial moments, proving that the enduring power of love is the only constant in an ever-changing world.
Genres: literary-fiction, historical-fiction, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate, lyrical
Tropes: found-family, multi-generational
Setting: Massachusetts, Cape Cod (Mass.), Cape Cod
225 pages · Paperback · Ballantine Books