- Language
- English
- Pages
- 127
- ISBN
- 979-8188084233
- Published
- 7/20/2026
Fiction
Trials of a Father
Every father builds a legacy. Every son makes a choice.
About this book
Arthur gave his son, Julian, the absolute best years of his life. Working the fertile soil of the Salinas Valley, Arthur and his young wife, Margaret, poured every ounce of profit from their farm into Julian's future, entirely paying for his education. Arthur's dream was simple and deeply rooted: he envisioned his son wielding a law degree to protect what they had built, practicing nearby in Monterey or Salinas. Julian knew this dream, looked his aging parents in the eye, and made a sacred promise to remain near and help his father face the fields. Instead, a glittering window of opportunity shattered that foundation of family loyalty. Spotted at the university by a talent scout, Julian is offered a prestigious apprenticeship at a high-powered law firm in downtown Los Angeles. In an instant, the allure of the city outweighs the weight of his upbringing.
Who it's for
Readers of multigenerational and family fiction — a poignant, gripping exploration of the modern generational divide, toxic entitlement, and a father who gave everything to a son who built his life on broken promises.