Our Long Way Home

A mysterious past follows four cousins no matter where they go. Secrets lurk behind closed doors. They never once doubted their past until now…

With wars, secrets, and a mystery that could cost them their lives, will the girls discover the truth about their past or die trying?

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Our Long Way Home by: Charlee E. Michanczyk, Mojo J. Pientka

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with unbreakable ties to the past

A novel born from the heart of family and friendship. This isn’t just a story; it’s a piece of our lives, inspired by our own cousins, cherished traditions, and the comforting walls of our grandparents’ house. You’ll meet two cousins whose lives are forever changed when war separates them.

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Meet the Characters

Fay Whitmen

Fay is a strong, hardworking spirit. Even though she's the youngest in her family, her brave courageous personality always shines brightly. Fay is quick-whitted and will never turn down a fight. She's sarcastic and funny and was always a natural born leader. She was born into a world of hidden royalty and dangerous secrets. Fay has learned to navigate betrayal and chaos with a fierce loyalty to those she loves, often masking her own vulnerabilities with a hardheaded, adventurous streak.

Outward Appearance: Fay has long, straight dirty blonde hair that reaches past waist, with soft bangs that frame her face. She's often covered in cuts and bruises from her adventures. Her eyes are a deep midnight blue, but they slowly start to look more grey as the story goes on. Freckles are scattered across her nose.

Holly Whitmen

Holly is the soft heart of her family, a gentle innocence that hides her kind of quiet strength. She values simple joys and traditions, and above anything, the biggest part of her life, — Fay. The unfolding mysteries and dangers of the future and past will test her courage, revealing a resilience she never knew she possessed.

Outward Appearance: Holly has long, wavy chestnut-brown hair that falls to her waist, usually a little tousled up but, of course, effortlessly pretty. Her eyes are a bright kind of green that really stand out against her pale skin. She’s got naturally rosy cheeks, dark eyelashes that complement her features, and a kind of quiet warmth in the way she carries herself, just like her sister Willow.

Anna Whitmen

Anna is known as the calm, collected older sister and cousin—the one who always seems to have everything under control. She’s organized, handles chaos with composure, and is watching out for everyone in her own way. Anna is the classic “you need to learn to do it yourself” kind of person, but what no one sees is how she’s always right there, holding you up from behind. She’s sharp, quick-witted, and one of the smartest people around—able to spot a lie which is a gift but also a curse.

Outward Appearance: Anna has long blonde hair that’s always pulled back into her normal high ponytail, always tied with her signature navy blue bow. Her eyes are a sharp, icy blue, the kind that make you feel like she’s reading your mind without even trying to. Everything about her appearance is neat and composed, a mirror of the way she tries to carry herself: steady, calm and maybe even just a little intimidating.

Willow Whitmen

Willow is the quiet glue of her family—the one who holds the glass together, even when things start to crack. She’s a natural caretaker, always putting others first, and has earned a bit of a reputation as the family’s people pleaser and mother figure. Most people have looked up to her at least once in their life, even if they don’t realize it. Willow is a reminder to love what you have while it’s still there—becasue even the best things disappear at the right time.

Outward Appearance: Willow has long dark brown hair that she eventually cuts shorter as the series goes on. Like her sister, she has bright green eyes and fair skin, though there’s often a bit more tiredness behind her smile. There’s something steady and grounding about the way she looks—like someone who’s always been there, holding everything together, even when no one

Roman Hart

Roman is known for having quick wit and a sarcastic charm that he uses as a shield against a world filled with secrets and betrayal. He's clumsy and often clueless. He uses humor often to hide a deeper struggle. Roman is a character defined by his dual nature; he's the king of a tragic story, but he’s still the boy who can make you laugh–and probably cry with him–when you need it most.

Outward Appearance: Roman has those eyes that change depending on the light—sometimes green, sometimes blue, sometimes brown. His dark brown hair is always a little messy, like he’s always running his hand through it. He has freckles scattered across his nose, and he’s got this sweet, genuinely warm smile that makes him easy to trust—sometimes a little too easy.

About the Authors

Charlee E. Michanczyk

Writing a book in middle school was… an experience, to say the least. Between the actual writing, the late-night editing, and the overly stressful back-and-forth between choosing different…

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Mojo J. Pientka

The last two years have been a chaotic blur of exhilaration and, let’s be real, enough frustration to make us want to scream into our pillows…

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About: Our Long Way Home

Discover

Our Long Way Home shows the strength built in tough times, the unbreakable ties to our past, and the hope that leads us forward, no matter how long the road.

Family Secrets

Expect to uncover old family mysteries and untold secrets that change everything.

Lasting Love

Prepare for a story about resilience, lasting love, and the hard journey of finding your way back home, in every sense.

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Published in the USA
Las Vegas, NV

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