On the Banks of the Chestatee

Set in the rolling hills of North Georgia and spanning over a century, On the Banks of the Chestatee is a sweeping Southern saga of family, secrets, war, love, and redemption. From the Civil War to Vietnam and into the modern day, this deeply emotional and multi-generational novel follows the Childers family as they confront long-buried secrets, generational trauma, and the impact of changing times.

When Colin Childers, a successful tech executive, is forced to return to his ancestral roots in Georgia after a mysterious inheritance, he uncovers a hidden legacy and the emotional scars of a forgotten past. Through richly drawn characters and interwoven timelines, Robert Carruth delivers a deeply human tale of resilience, belonging, and the power of memory.

Fans of Southern fiction, historical family dramas, and poignant coming-of-age stories will find themselves captivated by this powerful debut.