First published 2024
In the sleepy town of Willow Creek, the annual Autumn Festival is a time-honored tradition. But this year, a mysterious newcomer named Ethan disrupts the festivities. As he insinuates himself into the lives of the townspeople, long-buried secrets begin to surface, and the community's comfortable routines are thrown into chaos. Faced with the threat of losing their way of life, the residents must confront their own fears and prejudices to preserve the soul of their town. At the heart of the story lies a poignant examination of the human need for belonging and the cost of clinging to the past.
Genres: mystery, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, secrets
Setting: Willow Creek
Period: Autumn
144 pages · Hardcover · Unicorn Publishing Group