Author Description

The Girl at the Top of the Tree After a horrific accident, a young man must abandon his dreams and return home to save the family farm. Byron Corbett has big dreams. Being a farmer isn’t one of them. He’s eager to graduate and escape the family farm where he and his father constantly disagree with one another. When his father is almost killed in a tragic accident, Byron reluctantly leaves university to save the farm that’s been in the family for generations. Byron’s life changes drastically, and as the seasons pass, he slowly sees his youthful dreams slipping away. He struggles to find himself and reimagine his life. He also copes with his father, whose battle with finding purpose with his limited physical abilities propels him into depression. As Byron watches his younger siblings follow their dreams, he feels as if life is passing him by. When Byron falls in love with Anna from a neighboring community, he believes it’s a new beginning. As their love grows, a secret that threatens their relationship emerges. If they fail to resolve the crisis, happiness will be lost. Set in beautiful Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, The Girl at the Top of the Tree draws upon the historical transformation that has taken place in the apple-growing industry on small farms from 1946 to 2008. The story weaves together the narrative of the Corbett family, the love story of Byron and Anna and the challenges they must face. The Girl at the Top of the Tree is an entertaining and realistic story with compelling real life characters and situations. It will appeal to readers interested in family dynamics and relationships as well as those intrigued with the lifestyle and challenges inherent on a small family farm set in Atlantic Canada.