Mary Strand

Sunsets on Catfish Bar: a Pendulum Novel Mary Strand

The Pendulum Trilogy: when life gives you second chances

"Emotionally complex and deeply involving, this is the story of a woman dealing with impossible challenges-and finding grace and humanity in the journey." -SUSAN WIGGS, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

Liz Tanner has spent her life escaping her traumatic childhood and trying to forget David Carruthers, the first boy she'd ever loved. After learning that her dad is dying, she returns to Wisconsin, planning to spend the summer at her family's house on the St. Croix River and, at long last, to confront her old demons. As she takes a hiatus from her troubled marriage and unsatisfying career, she realizes that coming home might give her one last shot at happiness.

Or it might destroy her.

After nearly twenty years away, Liz discovers that the old demons are still alive and well. But her young daughter blossoms in the sun and water, and Liz throws herself into repairs-to the summer house and to her spirit. Maybe here, in this place that holds so many memories, both good and bad, she will truly find a home.