Things Worth Burying

Set against the rugged landscape of Northern Ontario, "Things Worth Burying" follows Joe Adler, a third-generation logger, as he confronts the consequences of a tragic incident and the challenges of caring for his young daughter after his wife leaves. Enlisting the help of Jenny Lacroix, Joe struggles with anger, guilt, and the threat of falling back into destructive habits, all amid a community facing economic decline. The novel explores themes of love, redemption, and resilience in a small, resource-dependent town shaped by the ever-changing fortunes of industry and land.