A Family of Friends

About the Book

The seemingly normal life of a wealthy Michigan teen is suddenly shattered with the imprisonment of his father and death of his mother. Building a new life on his own with only a married sister as family leads to emotional ups and downs as Andy Newland faces the challenges of life. Andy and his college roommate, Jason Anderson, form a bond stronger than brothers, coming to rely on each other for friendship and support throughout. As their lives and careers grow around Rochester, Michigan, the one constant is a deep commitment to their friendship. This heartwarming tale of the relationships of family and friends emphasises the need to share our lives with others.

About the Author

As a human resources executive for over thirty years, the author brings an extensive background in working with and counseling people. The son of a newspaper journalist, Park grew up in a family where traveling to the south was a regular occurrence. He draws from personal relationships with family and friends, and the characters are closely aligned to people who have come into his life over the years. Park strives to bring warmth, caring, and the importance of interpersonal connections to his writing. His successful book My Lifelong Friends has been well received. The author has lived most of his life in southwestern Ontario close to the American border. His extensive travels have taken him all over the world.