The Truth Is in the Detours Launch Party, 14 August | Event in San Jose | AllEvents

The Truth Is in the Detours Launch Party

Mara Williams

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Thu, 14 Aug, 2025 at 07:00 pm

2 hours

Hapa's Brewing Company

Free Tickets Available

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Date & Location

Thu, 14 Aug, 2025 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm (GMT-07:00)

Hapa's Brewing Company

460 Lincoln Avenue, San Jose, United States

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The Truth Is in the Detours Launch Party
Join Chasing Chapters Mobile Bookstore at Hapa's Brewing Company to celebrate the launch of Mara Williams's "The Truth Is in the Detours"

About this Event

Join Chasing Chapters Mobile Bookstore for The Truth Is in the Detours Launch Party!

Local author Mara Williams will be in conversation with Gina Banks to discuss her debut novel, . with an author talk, Q&A, book signing, and celebration. You'll have the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of the book and tour the new South Bay mobile bookstore.

We can't wait to see you there!



About the Book:

In this sharp-witted and poignant novel, two former friends with a complicated history are thrown together on an unexpected road trip, where old lies unravel and new truths emerge with every mile marker.

Ophelia Dahl has just buried her beloved father when she finds among his personal effects a blindsiding document. The mother Ophelia thought died thirty years ago isn’t dead after all—she abandoned her. But how could she, and where is she now? With some neighborly help, Ophelia’s going to find out.

Beau Augustin is an acclaimed author and Ophelia’s childhood bestie turned teenage nemesis, still chafing after all these years. As luck would have it, Beau’s current project—family deceptions—is set to take him across the West Coast. Ophelia has a brilliant idea: Beau’s book. Her life. Win-win. In a Subaru filled with baggage, they hit the road.

Despite detours, dead ends, and old grudges, Ophelia is desperate to unravel a lifetime of lies. And Beau’s research is a little more personal than he’s letting on. Mile by mile, they’re getting closer to their truths—and to each other—than they ever thought possible.



About the Author:

Mara Williams drafted her first novel in third grade on a spiral notebook—a story about a golden retriever and the stray dog who loved her. Now she writes novels about strong, messy women trying to find their way in the world. When not writing or reading, Mara can be found enjoying California’s beaches, redwoods, and trails with her husband, kids, and disobedient dog.



Agenda


🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Check-In

🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:45 PM
Author Talk and Q&A with Mara Williams and Gina Banks

🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:00 PM
Book Signing

🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Celebration! Enjoy the mobile bookstore, food truck, and taproom


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Hapa's Brewing Company, 460 Lincoln Avenue, San Jose, United States

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The Truth Is in the Detours Launch Party, 14 August | Event in San Jose | AllEvents
The Truth Is in the Detours Launch Party
Thu, 14 Aug, 2025 at 07:00 pm
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