Statues for Young People

In Two Statues, first-time novelist Brian Kennelly has penned a tale of family, forgiveness, and adventure that will absorb you as you rush through its pages, and stay with you long after the last one is turned. Buck Washington moved to the quiet shores of Edisto Island, South Carolina to retire and live out his life in peace. However, on the first morning in his new beach shack, he is awoken at sunrise by the sounds of his neighbor--a man as old as he is--playing a violin in a chair before the waves. This same occurrence happens each morning thereafter, prompting Buck to seek the reasons behind this ritual. What he discovers will lead him on an unexpected adventure to help a friend with a broken heart.

A thousand miles away in Massachusetts, Father Peter Moore is on the verge of leaving the priesthood. Before he can abandon his vocation, however, he is ordered by his superiors to investigate the authenticity of a potential miracle or warning. His journey takes him to the coasts of Rhode Island, where a statue of the Virgin Mary is said to be radiating extreme levels of heat.

The narratives of Buck and Father Peter intertwine, exploring themes of family, forgiveness, and the search for meaning and purpose. As the characters navigate their respective challenges, they are forced to confront their own pasts and the complexities of human relationships. The result is a compelling and immersive read that leaves a lasting impression on the reader.

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