An Heirloom with a Mystery: The Stuart Spoon
The Stuart Spoon
Inheriting her grandmother’s cherished spoon collection was just the beginning for Caroline Barrett. Little did she know, tucked away among the treasures from charming destinations lay a mystery waiting to be unraveled.
Twenty-five years after her grandmother’s passing, Caroline stumbles upon a spoon from Stuart, Iowa—a place never mentioned in her grandmother’s tales of adventure. Intrigued and determined to unearth the truth, Caroline embarks on a journey that leads her deep into the heart of her grandmother’s past.
As she delves into the history of the mysterious spoon, Caroline uncovers a romance that transcended time and distance—a love story between her grandmother and a man from the distant shores of Nova Scotia. With each revelation, Caroline is drawn deeper into the enchanting narrative, weaving together the threads of her family’s past and present.
Set against the backdrop of two countries and spanning generations, The Stuart Spoon is a captivating tale of love, loss, and the enduring power of family bonds. Join Caroline as she embarks on a quest to unlock the secrets hidden within her grandmother’s spoon collection and discovers a legacy of love that will forever change her life.
A Joe Kenney photoMy Thoughts
The only thing better than an heirloom is one with a story. And this story of a souvenir spoon from the 1920s, passed down to a granddaughter, comes with a mystery! What a delight to follow along with search for clues, with the results at once exhilarating and poignant. Half of the mystery is set in the small town of Stuart, Iowa, right along White Pole Road, where many of my own grandparents’ stories are set, also during the 1920s. Just delightful!
The author has been back to Stuart not long ago to talk about her compelling story.
The Author
The author at historic Hotel Stuart, along White Pole Road, Stuart, IowaCarrie Landgraf is a fresh voice in the world of authors, fueled by a deep passion for storytelling and a love for the written word. Residing in the heart of the Midwest alongside her husband Brian, Carrie finds inspiration in the simple joys of everyday life.
As the proud parent of three married children, Carrie’s world revolves around the bonds of family and the values of faith. Embracing her newest role as a Nonna, she cherishes every moment spent with her beloved granddaughter, finding endless joy in her laughter and innocence.
. . . With a heart as warm as her prose and a spirit as bright as her imagination, Carrie Landgraf invites readers to join her on a journey of love, laughter, and the beauty of life’s simple pleasures.
