A House of Cranes

Set in 1963, this story follows eleven-year-old orphan Lucius Cook as he moves into a grand Victorian home with lawyer Kenneth Crane’s family in Hartford, Connecticut. Amidst his awe of his surroundings and shared passion for photography with Mr. Crane, Lucius becomes intrigued by Eleanor, the beautiful and aloof wife, igniting a deep curiosity and fascination. As he navigates his growing feelings, Lucius explores complex themes of love, happiness, and self-discovery, all against a richly detailed backdrop of familial and social dynamics.