Nathan O'Discin is a freshman novelist, having written numerous blogs cataloging various events of his life. Beneath the Whispering Pines retells the story of O'Discin's childhood through the eyes of Elijah, a cunning wayward youth who encounters many challenges as he experiences the world that lays beyond his small West Virginia farm. Elijah must overcome numerous tests of his faith and strict upbringing, being thrust into a cryptic foster care system that challenges him to find solace and salvation in new homes, well removed from the safety of the lush pine groves he used to roam back home. A colorful cast of characters help grow and nurture Elijah, encouraging him to escape his religious biases, and just maybe, himself.