The Country Beyond

Set against the backdrop of the rugged Lake Superior wilderness, the story contrasts a beautiful yet harsh landscape with the internal struggles of a girl who once referred to her life as "a little corner of hell." Her life transforms with the arrival of Peter, who brings hope and joy amid the lingering darkness. The narrative explores themes of resilience and the duality of paradise and suffering, highlighting the stark beauty of the natural world alongside the emotional turmoil of its inhabitants.