Greenwood for Young Adult Readers

Greenwood, a remarkable generational saga penned by one of Canada's most esteemed novelists, traces the ascension and decline of a family, delving into its hidden secrets and long-standing transgressions. Longlisted for the Scotiabank Giller Prize, this rugged and gripping novel has garnered praise, with Publishers Weekly dubbing it a superb family saga that will captivate fans of Richard Powers' The Overstory. The New York Times Book Review noted, "There are plenty of visionary moments woven into [Christie’s] narrative.... Greenwood delves deep into the essence of things."

Set in various time periods, Greenwood follows the intertwined lives of the Greenwood family. In 2038, Jacinda (Jake) Greenwood serves as a storyteller and dishonest guide, overseeing wealthy tourists in one of the few remaining forests in the world. In 2008, Liam Greenwood, a carpenter, lies injured on the floor of an empty mansion after a workplace accident. Willow Greenwood, released from prison in 1974 after a string of environmental protests, strives to make amends for her father's destructive timber empire. In 1934, Everett Greenwood finds himself entangled in a web of crime, secrets, and betrayal after discovering an abandoned infant in his maple-syrup camp.

Throughout the narrative, trees play a significant role, symbolizing resilience, endurance, and growth beneath Christie's impeccably crafted prose. Greenwood is described as a intricate masterpiece, blending themes of money, love, nature, and family dynamics in a mesmerizing tale of survival and transformation. It is a story of light and darkness, challenges and hope, depicted through a rich tapestry of characters and events.

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