BUENA SUERTE

In the mountains of 1940s Virginia, twelve-year-old Lou and her younger brother Oz face a sudden, profound shift in their lives. After a tragic accident leaves their father dead and their mother in a catatonic state, the city children are sent to live with their formidable great-grandmother, Louisa Mae, on her rural farm. This new world demands resilience as they grapple with loss and adapt to a demanding landscape far removed from their previous existence.

As Lou and Oz begin to forge a new sense of belonging amidst unexpected friendships and challenges, their newfound home becomes threatened by external forces. The discovery of natural gas on the mountain ignites a battle for justice and survival, forcing the family to defend their land and their right to stay together. This coming-of-age story explores themes of family unity, faith, and the enduring strength of community against adversity.