Heading Out to Wonderful
Heading Out to Wonderful by Robert Goolrick is a First Edition novel published by Algonquin Books on January 15, 2013. This 320-page work is set in the summer of 1948 and follows Charlie Beale, a handsome and charismatic stranger who returns from the war in Europe to the quiet town of Brownsburg, Virginia. With only two suitcases—one filled with personal belongings and the other with a significant amount of money—Charlie’s arrival sets the stage for a narrative that explores the complexities of love and the consequences of choices made in a small, seemingly idyllic community.
Readers will find a story that delves into themes of desire and the darker side of human relationships. As Charlie navigates his new surroundings, the novel presents a vivid portrayal of life in a post-war village, where the unexpected can disrupt the tranquility of everyday existence. Goolrick’s writing captures the essence of a time and place where love can lead to unforeseen outcomes, making this work a poignant exploration of the human experience.
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It is the summer of 1948 when a handsome, charismatic stranger, Charlie Beale, recently back from the war in Europe, shows up in the town of Brownsburg, a sleepy village nestled in the Valley of Virginia. All he has with him are two suitcases: one contains his few possessions, including a fine set of butcher knives; the other is full of money. A lot of money. Heading Out to Wonderful is a haunting, heart-stopping novel of love gone terribly wrong in a place where once upon a time such things could happen.
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