August

This debut novel follows August, a twelve-year-old boy growing up on a Michigan dairy farm and navigating the challenges of adolescence amid family upheaval and rural life. As he moves through pivotal years, his experiences—from small-town routines to dramatic incidents—reveal the complexities of growing up in the American heartland. Richly portrayed with vivid characters and landscapes, the story explores the joys and traumas that shape a young person's journey to adulthood.