Two brothers struggle to survive in the harsh Montana wilderness as they struggle to get along with each other in the aftermath of losing their beloved father. Thad, being the older of the two, feels it's his responsibility to take care of Hazen, whose childlike demeanor belies his skills as an outdoorsman. A formidable local figure known as "the Scot" provides them with some income involving questionable black bear harvesting. Making a living off the land is difficult enough, but medical bills and unpaid taxes have put the young men in dire straits. The Scot proposes a new money making endeavor, but Thad refuses due to the high risk of being caught breaking federal park rules. But with the threat of losing the house hanging over his head, what choice does he have? I'm not very outdoorsy, but the author does a good job of writing about hiking, camping and cutting wood. The heart of the story, though, is about family and the ties that bind us together. I didn't particularly care for the ending but, overall, it was a good read.