Local Author Writes Novel About Willow Grove

WILLOW GROVE, PA — Local residents will the chance to see their home through the lens of fiction, as a new novel written by a local author focuses on Willow Grove.

Philadelphia author Heather Greenleaf's novel, "An Imperfection in the Kitchen Floor," tells the story of two women living a century apart in Willow Grove.

Greenleaf, an archivist with the Upper Moreland Historical Association, did extensive research for her novel.

She has several events planned over the coming weeks in Montgomery County, including a "Happy Hour with the Historian" event at Graeme Park on June 21 at 6 p.m. Drinks and snacks will be available, with a $5 cover charge. The event opens at 6 p.m. and a lecture from Greenleaf begins at 7 p.m.

A brief plot synopsis, provided by publishers, is included below:

"Molly is a successful sous chef at a popular Washington DC restaurant. When she unexpectedly gets pregnant, her husband Corey decides they should move to a quieter, safer place to raise their family. He convinces Molly to quit the job she loves, and they move to an outdated, rundown home in a small Pennsylvania town. Corey loves the suburban life and the creaky house, but Molly, who spends most of her time alone caring for their colicky newborn while Corey works, is not so thrilled.

A century earlier, Tish is a free spirit living in the same house. She has dreams of leaving her family’s business and traveling west to pursue art with the man she loves. When tragedy strikes close to home, Tish is faced with the choice to live the life she has always wanted or abandon her dreams to be there for her family when they need her most. Both women are challenged with the task of overcoming their obstacles and finding happiness in their circumstances.

An Imperfection in the Kitchen Floor follows these two strong-willed, ambitious women who, though living in different time periods, are faced with the same personal trials and decisions. Their stories show the universal struggles of womanhood and demonstrate how emotionally taxing the self-sacrificial life of a wife, mother, and woman can be. Greenleaf presents a raw and candid narrative that assures readers that there are other women on similar journeys, and that there is always joy to be found in any situation. With its relatable characters and poignant dual storyline, An Imperfection in the Kitchen Floor provides women with a sense of unity, camaraderie, and understanding of their struggle."

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