In this enchanting novel, an encounter with a mystical channeler allows two soulmates to experience the road not taken and explores the profound impact first love can have on one's life. Marta and Kevin discover each other early in their lives, coming of age in the '70s, only to be separated just when they are on the cusp of realizing the power of their young love. When Kevin's family moves away, Marta grapples with this loss, as well as their dashed dreams. After high school, she journeys away from her small farm in New Jersey--a place where she was always out of step with those around her--and on to college and a career. She works hard to remake herself and live a life with more sparkle and spontaneity--something she only ever experienced effortlessly with Kevin. But even as she focuses on achieving the goals she believes will ensure her safety and happiness, she remains haunted by what might have been if only she had been a brave enough to seize it. A chance encounter with a channeler who can transport people back to a juncture in their lives to reveal their road not taken has Marta jumping at the opportunity. But will she be brave enough to channel back to Kevin? Discover what happens as Marta learns that sometimes one must lose something important in order to truly embrace who they are meant to be.
In this enchanting novel, an encounter with a mystical channeler allows two soulmates to experience the road not taken and explores the profound impact first love can have on one's life. Marta and Kevin discover each other early in their lives, coming of age in the '70s, only to be separated just when they are on the cusp of realizing the power of their young love. When Kevin's family moves away, Marta grapples with this loss, as well as their dashed dreams. After high school, she journeys away from her small farm in New Jersey--a place where she was always out of step with those around her--and on to college and a career. She works hard to remake herself and live a life with more sparkle and spontaneity--something she only ever experienced effortlessly with Kevin. But even as she focuses on achieving the goals she believes will ensure her safety and happiness, she remains haunted by what might have been if only she had been a brave enough to seize it. A chance encounter with a channeler who can transport people back to a juncture in their lives to reveal their road not taken has Marta jumping at the opportunity. But will she be brave enough to channel back to Kevin? Discover what happens as Marta learns that sometimes one must lose something important in order to truly embrace who they are meant to be.
