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Summary

In 1966, Katherine Ogle, a determined yet struggling single mother and aspiring writer, uproots her family to the remote ranching town of Langlois, Oregon, hoping for a fresh start. But for her middle son, Sammy, the move marks the beginning of a far more complicated journey.Awkward, sensitive, and often misunderstood, Sammy finds himself isolated in a new environment where he faces bullying, self-doubt, and the constant pressure to prove his worth. Unable to fully cope with the harsh realities around him, he retreats into a powerful inner world of storytelling—one where he reshapes his life, his identity, and his struggles into something greater.As Sammy’s imagination begins to intertwine with reality, his fictional world becomes more than just an escape—it becomes a source of strength, transformation, and unexpected purpose. When he discovers a once-in-a-lifetime connection that challenges everything he thought he knew about himself, his journey takes a profound and emotional turn.Tecumqua is a deeply moving coming-of-age novel that explores resilience, identity, and the power of imagination in the face of adversity. Set against the rugged backdrop of 1960s rural America, this story captures the raw emotional landscape of growing up different—and the courage it takes to find your place in the world.Read Less

Duration: about 7 hours (06:51:21)
Publishing date: 2026-05-06; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —

• Contemporary Fiction
• Historical Novel