Another Empty Road

She lost everything in a single phone call. Now, the only way forward is an unfamiliar road.

California, 1962. Seventeen-year-old Lisa Ellison's world shatters when her parents are killed in a tragic car accident. Suddenly alone, with no one willing to take her in, she makes a decision that will change her life forever.

With one suitcase, a road atlas, a little money, and her journal, Lisa sets out along historic Route 66, determined to reach an uncle in Illinois who may be her last chance at having a family.

A heartfelt journey featuring:

• A courageous young woman finding her independence

• A nostalgic road trip across 1960s America

• Unexpected friendships and the kindness of strangers

• Family rejection, grief, and emotional healing

• Self-discovery, resilience, and the search for belonging

From dusty desert highways to unfamiliar towns, Lisa encounters people who offer shelter, wisdom, and hope-and others who remind her just how dangerous the world can be for a young woman traveling alone.

But when the family she desperately seeks turns her away, Lisa faces a heartbreaking realization: sometimes the people we hope will save us aren't the ones who help us find our way.

As she journeys toward the Florida coast and a promise her mother never had the chance to fulfill, Lisa begins to discover that home isn't always where we came from. Sometimes, it's something we must create for ourselves.

Another Empty Road is a moving historical coming-of-age story about loss, courage, unexpected kindness, and discovering that even the loneliest road can lead to a beautiful new beginning.

Perfect for readers who love emotionally rich historical fiction, inspirational journeys, and unforgettable stories of finding strength after loss.