“A book does not complete itself. There are hands upon it, a keen outlook and insight upon every page. Much like a photograph slowly developing; a book takes time, patience and love, to bring it to its full glory.”
~TL Alton
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Under the Sitka Tree, is a Canadian, historical book of fiction published by Oldale Publishing. With robust characters that leap off the page, mystery surrounds those in the
1950's, isolated, coastal town, called Ospero Falls, BC.
Each chapter is connected to a storyteller, who shares a intricate part of our Canadian roots.
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The tight-knit community is where doors remain unlocked, and people help one another. It is a place that sees children fill their Radio Flyers with home-baked goodies, to sell after church and raise funds for whatever is needed, within their small town.
Ospero Falls has deep roots within its citizens, where during Sunday services- no one falls asleep in hearing the Good word. It is where people gather afterwards, at the homes of those operating the small businesses, which keeps one another alive and thriving. The various cultures living among the mountains sees people gather together, to divide up cabbage rolls, macaroni au gratin and Onigiri.
Due to the influx of various individuals, the mountain has been carved to provide shelter. Once, where trees flourished, there is now a settlement of people, who flock to its new beginnings.
Within the close-knit community, resides families who bring with them, an intricate history of survivorship.
For every aspect of light that shines within Ospero Falls, there are elements of darkness. Shadows where domestic abuse lingers and racism threatens; spilled over from another nearby town.
Within the mysteries that surround the community, there are reminders that death-although distant- is in truth, closer to those whose lungs breathe in, the brackish sea.
After a hidden, deadly secret is exposed, a little girl finds herself sharing her worries- in the most magical of places.
Deep within the slumber of the forest, awaits a Sitka spruce. Among the towering mass, contained inside- is the pillar of the tree - the heartwood.
After tragedy strikes Ospero Falls, the Sitka is discovered by a young boy. His pursuit leads him to make use of the tree, for a darker purpose.
Love, loss and the awakenings of those who reside in the small, yet thriving community have a connection to mother nature, the fragility of life and the value of friendship.
When the tree is shared with a little girl, she finds among the sprawling canopy, it fosters a protective energy. One that helps offset something that is far more sinister.
Under the Sitka tree, is about finding the balance of light, within the darkness. Weaved inside the storyline, are the roots of those, who are all interconnected.
A love story, which reminds us of our own vulnerability and the repercussions of what happens...when we let our hearts be open.
Throughout the storyline, are historical moments within our country- that have tried to remain hidden- among the Canadian landscape, yet are exposed within each chapter.
Under the Sitka Tree, is infused with our countries history- revealing the truth of how we embrace one another.
Throughout the storyline, each character finds within a shining light, a purpose.
A flicker of light- uncovered in an old lantern- provides each character personal transformations that evolves, as they seek something with a greater purpose.
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BOOK REVIEWS:
"Your story reminds me of those in the Bible. How because of sin there are consequences, through pain and loss, there is forgiveness and through sorrow, there is joy found in the morning." ~ R.B.
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Hardship often prepares an ordinary person for an extraordinary destiny. ~ C.S. Lewis
1950's, isolated, coastal town, called Ospero Falls, BC.
Each chapter is connected to a storyteller, who shares a intricate part of our Canadian roots.
***
The tight-knit community is where doors remain unlocked, and people help one another. It is a place that sees children fill their Radio Flyers with home-baked goodies, to sell after church and raise funds for whatever is needed, within their small town.
Ospero Falls has deep roots within its citizens, where during Sunday services- no one falls asleep in hearing the Good word. It is where people gather afterwards, at the homes of those operating the small businesses, which keeps one another alive and thriving. The various cultures living among the mountains sees people gather together, to divide up cabbage rolls, macaroni au gratin and Onigiri.
Due to the influx of various individuals, the mountain has been carved to provide shelter. Once, where trees flourished, there is now a settlement of people, who flock to its new beginnings.
Within the close-knit community, resides families who bring with them, an intricate history of survivorship.
For every aspect of light that shines within Ospero Falls, there are elements of darkness. Shadows where domestic abuse lingers and racism threatens; spilled over from another nearby town.
Within the mysteries that surround the community, there are reminders that death-although distant- is in truth, closer to those whose lungs breathe in, the brackish sea.
After a hidden, deadly secret is exposed, a little girl finds herself sharing her worries- in the most magical of places.
Deep within the slumber of the forest, awaits a Sitka spruce. Among the towering mass, contained inside- is the pillar of the tree - the heartwood.
After tragedy strikes Ospero Falls, the Sitka is discovered by a young boy. His pursuit leads him to make use of the tree, for a darker purpose.
Love, loss and the awakenings of those who reside in the small, yet thriving community have a connection to mother nature, the fragility of life and the value of friendship.
When the tree is shared with a little girl, she finds among the sprawling canopy, it fosters a protective energy. One that helps offset something that is far more sinister.
Under the Sitka tree, is about finding the balance of light, within the darkness. Weaved inside the storyline, are the roots of those, who are all interconnected.
A love story, which reminds us of our own vulnerability and the repercussions of what happens...when we let our hearts be open.
Throughout the storyline, are historical moments within our country- that have tried to remain hidden- among the Canadian landscape, yet are exposed within each chapter.
Under the Sitka Tree, is infused with our countries history- revealing the truth of how we embrace one another.
Throughout the storyline, each character finds within a shining light, a purpose.
A flicker of light- uncovered in an old lantern- provides each character personal transformations that evolves, as they seek something with a greater purpose.
***
BOOK REVIEWS:
"Your story reminds me of those in the Bible. How because of sin there are consequences, through pain and loss, there is forgiveness and through sorrow, there is joy found in the morning." ~ R.B.
****************************************************
Hardship often prepares an ordinary person for an extraordinary destiny. ~ C.S. Lewis
First Let'sDiscover
As a reader there are writers that catch your attention and then there are writers that captivate one's being. T.L. Alton is such a writer. She compiles her words in such a way – that the reader cannot help but find themselves immersed, in the worlds being created in her stories. Under the Sitka Tree is a long-awaited treasure; deserving of a big comfy chair, a warm cup of tea and complete attention. ~ S. Kube
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Connections
The Key
Under the Sitka Tree tells of struggles; amongst the sins and regrets of those who are affected by greed and tragedy, the novel explores the fragility of life. A story of simpler times; infused with mystery and the virtues of the 1950s |
The LightShine On
Each of us has the light that carries our purpose and compassion, so as to share with one another. To be kind, in the midst of our Fears, to put out the flames of hurtful words and spread the love within.
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