Hunger of the Pine

Aria Abbott, a foster child who has never had a home, runs away and meets Taylor, a homeless young man with a dream of fame. They travel together, discovering a community of people living in the shadows and learning that not everyone can be trusted.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2020
Publisher: Watkins Media

Aria Abbott has never known the comfort of a stable home. For the majority of her life, she has been a foster child, navigating a system that often left her feeling lost and alone. But one day, she finds herself in a situation that is unbearable, leaving her with no choice but to flee. Sleeping on the streets takes a toll on Aria, pushing her to the edge of her pain. The thought of never finding escape is almost too much to bear, but the realization that no one in the world cares enough to try and find her is even more devastating.

Just when Aria feels like she has reached her lowest point, she meets Taylor, a homeless young man with a charismatic smile and a dream of fame, fortune, and the sunshine of LA. Drawn in by his energy, Aria and Taylor board a greyhound bus, never looking back. In this new world, Aria discovers a whole community of people living in the shadows, on the margins of society. As Taylor pursues his dreams, Aria follows her heart, but she soon realizes that it is not always easy to discern who to trust. Strangers can be kind, or treacherous, or sometimes as familiar as your own reflection, if you are willing to look hard enough.

Through her journey, Aria learns to trust her instincts and to open herself up to the possibility of love and connection. She finds solace in the unexpected friendships she forms with people who understand her struggles and offer her support. And as Taylor's fame grows, Aria realizes that she has a role to play in his success. She uses her connections and her own talent to help him navigate the challenges of the music industry, and together, they create a life that is both fulfilling and rewarding.

In the end, Aria realizes that home is not just a physical place, but a sense of belonging and purpose. She has found a community of people who accept her for who she is, and she has discovered her own voice and her own path in the world. And as she looks back on her journey, she knows that she is grateful for every step, even the ones that led her to the darkest corners of her heart.

Weight: 388g
Dimension: 135 x 215 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786784148
Edition number: 0 New edition