Damnation Spring

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An incredibly moving epic about an unforgettable family. This absorbing novel evokes gratitude for its characters while leaving readers bereft at the thought of parting from them. Set in 1977 on the rugged California coast, the story revolves around Colleen and Rich Gundersen, who are raising their young son, Chub, in a timber town facing decline. Colleen, an amateur midwife, and Rich, a tree-topper whose dangerous job has claimed the lives of his father and grandfather, strive for a better future for their son. Rich secretly invests their savings in ancient redwoods, hoping to secure their family's legacy. Meanwhile, Colleen, grieving a recent pregnancy loss and yearning for another child, challenges the logging company's use of herbicides, which she believes are causing miscarriages in their community. This conflict pits Colleen and Rich against each other, threatening the very family they wish to protect. With prose as clear as a spring-fed creek, the narrative offers an intimate portrait of a family tested by adversity and a community clinging to its vanishing way of life. It’s a powerful exploration of love—between husband and wife, mother and child, and longtime neighbors—making it an essential read for our times.