Dig Here!

In the quiet town of Fishers Haven, a young woman named Sandy prepares for a summer stay with her enigmatic Aunt Calliope, a solitary woman who returned from the West after her husband’s death. As the school year ends, Sandy’s roommate Hattie May and friend Eve discuss what to expect, offering a blend of teasing gossip and genuine curiosity about the aunt’s mysterious past.

Sandy’s father, a missionary in China, has sent a brief, formal invitation that hints at both melancholy and hope, urging his daughter to bring a spark of happiness into her aunt’s life. The letters and conversations set a tone of anticipation, suggesting that this summer will be more than a simple family visit—it may become a chance for connection, self‑discovery, and perhaps a glimpse into the quiet world of a woman who has lived a life apart from the town’s bustle.