Harold Cloninger

The House in the Country Harold Cloninger

Some memories never die, even those you try to bury. Newly weds, Huey and Naomi are beginning their lives together and are visiting the town of his childhood. He shows her several places, but neglects showing her his grandparent's home. When pressed he's reluctant to speak about it. After pleading with him he eventually agrees to show her the house. When they arrive he refuses to get out of the car and instead points out the changes made since he was a child. In his mind's eye he can visualize everything just the way it was and it scares him. Naomi realizes the house is for sale and investigates only to find the house unlocked. Curious she goes inside. Trembling with fear, Huey follows. What memories does he not want to remember? What new memories will they create? What might still reside in The House in the Country?