Lonely Are the Brave

The story follows Rollie Birch, a war veteran returning home in 1919 to find his life drastically changed. His wife has passed away, and he must navigate the challenges of single parenthood with an infant daughter amidst a community rife with gossip. Once celebrated as a hero, Rollie quickly becomes an outcast due to his unconventional choices and silence regarding his wartime experiences. The novel explores themes of loss, societal judgment, and the struggle for acceptance in a transformed landscape.