Big Stone Gap

Have you ever felt like your life was meant for more, but you're stuck in the same small town with the same old routine? What if a long-buried family secret could shatter your world and open up a future you never imagined was possible? Discover how to navigate life's unexpected detours alongside Ave Maria Mulligan, a self-proclaimed spinster in a quirky Appalachian town. You'll learn how she confronts shocking revelations, juggles two very different suitors, and finds the courage to redefine her own destiny. This story reveals that the most extraordinary adventures can happen right where you are.

Adriana Trigiani is an award-winning playwright, television writer, and filmmaker, and the New York Times bestselling author of twenty books published in thirty-eight languages. Drawing from her own cherished Italian-American heritage and her family's roots in the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia, Trigiani crafts beloved, heartfelt stories. Her upbringing in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, provides the authentic, richly detailed setting and vibrant characters that have captivated millions of readers around the world, making her a master of weaving place and family into unforgettable fiction.