Who We Were. This item is unavailable.Who We Were

In Who We Were, Jeanette Huffman crafts a tender and evocative multigenerational love story rooted in the heartland of mid-century America. Set against the backdrop of rural Michigan and Missouri, this richly layered novel follows Anna Wright, a hardworking farm girl from a devout Catholic family, and Neal Logsdon, a quiet dreamer from a migrant working family, as they navigate a world shaped by tradition, hardship, and hope.

From the laughter of large family dinners to the whispered promises made under summer stars, Anna and Neal’s connection blossoms slowly but powerfully, crossing cultural boundaries and challenging social expectations. As their lives intertwine through shared work, faith, and youthful dreams, the two families—though vastly different—begin to reflect each other in unexpected ways.

Told with warmth, humor, and poignant nostalgia, Who We Were is more than a romance; it’s a tribute to the grit and grace of working-class families, the strength of mothers, and the innocence of first love. With a voice as sincere as it is heartfelt, Huffman captures the resilience of those who lived simply, loved deeply, and passed down more than just memories.

Perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven historical fiction and small-town Americana, Who We Were reminds us that the roots of love often grow strongest in the soil of struggle—and that who we were shapes who we become.