Tale of urban survivalists based on real-life events
Darvill’s book group will discuss My Abandonment by Peter Rock on August 9 from 5:30 to 7 p. m. at Mia’s Cafe. The discussion will be led by Jean Spalti and Linda Slone.
A thirteen-year-old girl and her father live in Forest Park, an enormous nature preserve in Portland, Oregon. They inhabit an elaborate cave shelter, wash in a nearby creek, store perishables at the water’s edge, use a makeshift septic system, tend a garden, even keep a library of sorts. Once a week they go to the city to buy groceries and otherwise merge with the civilized world.
But one small mistake allows a backcountry jogger to discover them, which derails their entire existence, ultimately provoking a deeper flight. Inspired by a true story and told through the startlingly sincere voice of its young narrator, Caroline, My Abandonment is a riveting journey into life at the margins and a mesmerizing tale of survival and hope.
Mia will have soup and other goodies available to readers. Everyone is welcome!
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Hard to put down, impossible to forget. Peter Rock is a talented NW author.