Clock Dance by Anne Tyler

The story follows Willa Drake, a woman in her sixties, who has spent her life conforming to the expectations of others. After receiving a call about her son's ex-girlfriend, Denise, who has been injured, Willa impulsively travels to Baltimore to care for Denise's nine-year-old daughter, Cheryl. Immersed in a community of quirky neighbors and unexpected challenges, Willa embarks on a journey of self-discovery, reevaluating her past choices and finding new purpose and connection in the most unlikely of places. Through this transformative experience, she learns to embrace change and the unpredictability of life.