When Nicolas’ dad is offered a job in a brand-new place, he and his brother Mathew tentatively move away from everything they have ever known. Their new home is surrounded by greenery and Black Pike nearby. Nicolas is immediately drawn to the looming mountain and feels its pull. The very next day, he and his brother begin their first journey up it. Although they are unsuccessful in reaching the top, they persevere. As they settle into their new home and school, they meet James, a young farmer who, along with the boys, makes an important discovery atop the mountain that is being threatened. Join Nicolas and Matthew as they embark on a life-changing venture that shapes them for the rest of their lives.Riddington’s Black Pike is a story based in the purest of landscapes. Riddington has created characters with the best of intentions and their genuine love and appreciation for nature is truly heart-warming.