'There was no proof, but there was small town certainty, which is
stronger than proof.' It's 1970s Canada. The small island community of
Bear Lake is awash with rumours of layoffs and wildcat strikes at the
mill. But for young Tom, nothing is more important than hanging out with
his best friend, Cormic, except perhaps catching a glimpse of Sasha
Dovonovitch, the foreman's daughter. When a tragic accident occurs at
the mill, the whole community unites - but in a small town, pointed
fingers and hushed gossip can only stir further trouble...