Bill Heitland is a former award-winning journalist who worked for newspapers in Southeast Missouri. He is the author of four previous books of fiction: Next Stop Chicago, Adversity’s Early Light, Chance Evers, and Two for the Seesaw. You can find more on his website billheitland.com
Irish Footsteps
Author: Bill Heitland
Genre: Drama
Published: March 2025
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Six decades after being adopted, Caitlin Weber searches for her Irish birth mother, Maggie O’Brien, only to uncover a long-buried secret. Determined to keep the adoption hidden, Maggie refuses to meet but allows a social worker to share updates with Caitlin. As their indirect connection deepens, Maggie’s resistance softens, and she considers a phone call. Meanwhile, Caitlin’s American brother, Dave, grapples with his own mystery—the tragic crash that took his wife’s life. As both families confront painful truths, they must decide if love and resilience can heal the wounds of the past.
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