The Way Between: An Unexpected Life by Susan M. Obijiski

VERO BEACH, Fla. - July 2, 2026 - PRLog -- One Little Girl Changes the World in Inspiring New Novel

Why would parents abandon their young daughter in small-town Arizona?

This unimaginable act leaves four-year-old Charlie in the care of diner owner Ned Conners, a man who has suffered great loss in his life, but remains a kind and optimistic soul. Ned and his wife Rebecca lost their daughter Libby five years earlier. Did God leave Charlie as a gift to make up for their loss?

That day left a lasting impression on Ned. As he said, "The image of her cornsilk curls and pale skin would stay with [me] for the rest of [my] life."

"Ned would later tell Sheriff Goshen about the dark-haired man who accompanied the little girl. "I didn't think much of it at the time," he said.
"But he seemed in a rush. He didn't look at me when I talked to him, and he was short-tempered with the girl's mother."

Set in Navajo country along famous Route 66 between Kingman and Flagstaff, Arizona, Charlie's story spans 20 years. Beginning in the 1940s, it tells of the hidden grief the abandoned girl harbors for her parents. Yet Charlie manages to live a remarkable life of self-sacrifice and dedication to a community that whole-heartedly adopts her.

The Way Between: An Unexpected Life is the unforgettable story of Charlie, who in her own small way changes the world around her.

About the Author: Susan M. Obijiski is a technology and web content writer, and a holistic practitioner living in Sedona, Arizona. Her latest book takes place in a real location, peppered with real communities, towns, and businesses: the old Harvey House in Seligman, the Red Schoolhouse in Valentine, and many other historic locations. She explains, "I wanted to tell a story of the simple people who live and have lived in these places and how their dedication to community and family changed the lives of everyone around them. Charlie is a young, strong woman living in challenging times, faced with adversity and tragedy, yet able to overcome these obstacles to live a rich, full life."

"A quiet little girl filled with dignity changes the lives of all those around her in this stunning novel. The book is also a tribute to the history of a bygone era," said Lynn Eddy, VP of Acquisitions, Strategic Book Publishing.

Publisher's Website: https://sbpra.com/susanmobijiski/