The Golden House

"The Golden House" by Sarah S. (Sarah Schoonmaker) Baker is a story set in the early 1900s, centered around a Swedish couple, Karin and Jan, and their bustling family of boys. The tale begins with the arrival of a group of travelers, including a little Italian boy named Nono, at Karin and Jan’s inviting home. After the kind-hearted Karin immediately bonds with Nono, the boy is welcomed into their home, filling a void left by past sorrows and embracing him as one of their own. The book explores the powerful themes of love, family, and belonging as it portrays the merging of different cultures and backgrounds within the walls of the warm cottage. As the story moves forward from this unique beginning, the readers witness the family’s everyday lives, their struggles, and the unwavering love and acceptance that hold them together.