When a Tree Falls in a Forest

By Chris Bentley

Winner of the IPPY and National Indie Excellence Awards. A moving novel about motherhood, wilderness survival, and rediscovering what matters most.

A wildfire is coming. A river is rising. And one ancient Ponderosa pine is about to change everything.

In the rugged heart of Idaho's Frank Church Wilderness, three strangers are thrown together as disaster closes in:

A mother fighting to save her relationship with her teenage daughter

A young river guide searching for purpose

A veteran firefighter running out of time

When the wildfire hits, their stories crash together in a breathtaking climax-one that begins with the fall of a single tree and ends with lives transformed.

Perfect for fans of eco-fiction, wildfire thrillers, and emotionally rich literary fiction, When a Tree Falls in a Forest delivers heart, tension, and unforgettable wilderness storytelling.

Fans of Barbara Kingsolver will find familiar ground in this novel's rich ecological themes and deeply human stories. Like Kingsolver's works, this book seamlessly blends environmental consciousness with compelling character arcs, creating a narrative that is both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant.

This novel invites readers to see the forest and the trees, to consider the silent sentinels that shape our world in ways both seen and unseen. It's a must-read for anyone who cherishes stories that celebrate the intricate dance between humanity and the natural world.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F89C67VJ
• ISBN13: 9798985066456
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Bentley Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"