About the Book
Book: The Broken Weathervane Author: Laura DeNooyer Genre: Women’s fiction, dual timeline fiction, literary fiction, book club fiction Release Date: September 2, 2025
Two co-workers seek the same information. One wants to publish it; the other has good reasons to keep it hidden.
As Leslie Wickersham, Raymond University grants officer, seeks information to unravel a family mystery, English professor Gregory Stafford seeks an elusive interview with one more Buckwalter relative for his upcoming author biography. While Greg and Leslie guard coveted details from each other, her goals are further complicated by letters of blackmail threatening to reveal all she has worked hard to hide.
In this dual timeline novel alternating between 2015 and the 1950s, loyalty is tested and secrets abound when family honor collides with truth. Leslie grapples with the trade-off: how far will a person go to help a loved one thrive?
Excerpt from the Book
Dr. Stafford followed the direction of Maggie’s glance and nodded at Leslie. His green eyes briefly lit, but his stiff “How do you do?” left Leslie cold. His attention returned to Maggie. Déjà vu. Another dismissive gesture. He pulled a worn calendar from his bag as if he hadn’t yet joined the 21st century. “What’s the holdup? My grant proposal has a deadline.” When he clapped the countertop, Maggie flinched. He strutted out the door. Leslie exhaled as if Dr. Stafford’s judgments had been directed at her. “Leslie?” The provost appeared from around the corner. His deep voice and wizened face made up for his shorter stature. Leslie approached him, hand outstretched. “I’m honored to meet you, Provost Martin.” He gave a hearty handshake. “At least you didn’t call me Dr. Martens, like the shoes. Unlike our last candidate.” He chuckled. His humor eased her anxiety, but interviews were not her forte. Inhale, exhale. Time to ramp up the fake confidence. In his office, he sat across from her at his desk. “It’s good to finally meet you.” He scanned her resume. “I’m impressed with your experience as an educator, editor, and grant proposal evaluator. Eighteen out of twenty grants were accepted.”Missed an Excerpt? Go Here:
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About the Author
Laura DeNooyer thrives on creativity and encouraging it in others. A Calvin College graduate, she is a teacher, wife, parent of four adult children, and an award-winning author of heart-warming historical and contemporary fiction. Her novels are perfect for fans of Patti Callahan Henry, Erin Bartels, or Amanda Cox. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her reading, walking, drinking tea with friends, or taking a road trip.