Into the Wilderness: A Novel

About this book

Set against the vibrant, shifting backdrop of 1964 Vermont, this story proves that romance is not just for the young. Rose Mayer, a Jewish widow recently uprooted from city life, finds herself worlds apart from Percy Mendell, a stoic, lifelong Vermonter who has never married and never cast a vote for a Democrat. As they navigate their clashing backgrounds and deeply ingrained beliefs, their initial friction sparks an unexpected and profound connection. This charming "enemies-to-lovers" tale highlights the beauty of second chances at the age of sixty-four. As the seasons change in the rural wilderness, Rose and Percy are forced to rely on their wit, humor, and growing compassion to bridge the vast divide between their perspectives. Their journey is a tender exploration of what happens when two stubborn, well-formed lives decide to intersect. *Into the Wilderness* is a poignant testament to the resilience and flexibility of the human heart. It invites readers to witness a mature love story that challenges the status quo and celebrates the courage required to open one’s life to someone completely different. It is a heartfelt reminder that it is never too late to find common ground—or a new beginning.