Set in the isolation of northern Canada,
Hoarfrost and Cherry Blossoms is the story of Brian, a young
man with a zest for life, and his eclectic group of good
friends. Comedy and tragedy rival each other as they highlight
the tenuous relationship between life and death. Brian’s
experiences are entertaining, absurd, outrageous and sometimes
quite dramatic.
This unique story begins with Brian and his
girlfriend finding a trapper frozen to death while they are out
staking a claim. Black humour ensues with the insightful and
revealing dialogue as the community deals with the death of one
of their own. Comedy reigns when the neighbouring community’s
prank, in retribution for a similar one the previous year, goes
awry and becomes an international incident, expanding from the
two communities to involve Japanese businessmen, the Canadian
government, and global corporations.
Seemingly
small occurrences turn into hilarious major events in
Hoarfrost and Cherry Blossoms. Even when events take a
darker turn, this inventive tale constantly surprises and
entertains the reader. Can Brian find happiness in his life? How
will the group evolve? Will Brian learn to accept, as we all
must, the fluid dynamics of life? What role might fate play?
