The Narrow Land

A poignant tale of art, loss, and the search for belonging in post-war America.
On Cape Cod in the summer of 1950, ten-year-old Michael, an orphaned war refugee, finds an unlikely connection with his caretaker's neighbors: the renowned artists Edward and Jo Hopper. As Michael navigates his new life, he witnesses the complexities of the Hoppers' marriage and forms a bond with a frail, beautiful woman named Katherine.

Christine Dwyer Hickey weaves a haunting narrative exploring themes of loneliness, regret, and the enduring impact of war. Set against the backdrop of the iconic Cape Cod landscape, The Narrow Land delves into the lives of its characters, revealing their hidden desires and struggles as they grapple with the ever-elusive American Dream. A literary historical fiction that will resonate with readers long after the final page.