Pearly Everlasting, A Novel By Tammy Armstrong

Set against the enchanting backdrop of New Brunswick in 1934, Pearly Everlasting tells the heartwarming tale of a girl and her bear brother, Bruno, raised together in a remote logging camp during the Great Depression. When a cook discovers an orphaned bear cub and brings him home, Bruno is embraced as part of the Everlasting family, growing up alongside Pearly. Their inseparable bond flourishes amidst the dangers of camp life, where loggers face constant peril, but the close-knit community thrives in the woods.

Everything changes with the arrival of a ruthless new supervisor who exploits the workers and mistreats Bruno. When the supervisor is found dead, the blame unjustly falls on the bear, leading to Bruno's kidnapping by an animal trader. Now a teenager, Pearly refuses to let her brother be lost forever. Setting out on her first journey to the "Outside," she faces the daunting wilderness, filled with ice and snow, as she embarks on a perilous quest to rescue Bruno.

Through encounters with malevolent spirits and unwelcoming villagers, Pearly discovers her own strength and resilience. Pearly Everlasting weaves together rural folklore and superstition, exploring themes of courage, the beauty of nature, and the unbreakable bonds of family. As Pearly battles against the odds, the story reveals the triumph of good over evil and the enduring power of love in a world fraught with challenges. 📚❤️