Best-selling Vancouver Island author Sylvia Bourgeois is releasing her latest historical fiction novel, Here, Now, on Nov. 22.

Here, Now offers a vivid glimpse into a 1920s logging camp on the shores of Nimpkish Lake.

Bourgeois is a resident of Fanny Bay who draws on her deep connection to northern Vancouver Island to craft a compelling tale of love, loss, and self-discovery set against the backdrop of the regionB次元官网网址檚 rugged landscape and booming timber industry.

Here, Now follows the journey of Eva Clark, a young Seattle woman who trades her career aspirations for an unexpected marriage and life in a remote camp. As Eva grapples with personal tragedy and the challenges of her new environment, she finds strength and purpose.

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The novel spotlights BourgeoisB次元官网网址� meticulous research into life in the early 20th century, from smoke-filled city saloons to our islandB次元官网网址檚 mist-shrouded wilderness. Readers will recognize regional landmarks and gain discover the areaB次元官网网址檚 forestry traditions.

Here, Now is the latest addition to BourgeoisB次元官网网址� B次元官网网址淚sland EchoesB次元官网网址� series, which celebrates strong women navigating the vibrant setting and industry of the Pacific Northwest. The authorB次元官网网址檚 previous work has garnered praise for its evocative portrayal of local scenery, well-defined characters, and gripping story lines.

Here, Now will be available from bookstores and online retailers on Nov. 22. Pre-orders are now open.