The Tree and the Mountain: Dare to Become
Reviewed By Janet Mawdesley February 26, 2026
Author Jonathin Cave. Illustrated Olivia Dhordain.
Distributor: Amazon
ISBN: 978-1839529832
Publisher: Brown Dog Books
Release Date: 19 February 2026
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There often comes a time in life where you are forced to reassess the pathway you are traveling; it is often presented in such a way that cannot be ignored. Distress, burnout, tragedy or simply mental fatigue which leads in many instances to lifestyle change, which is what occurred to Jonathon Cave.
Successful in his chosen career of Law he found he was feeling constantly under pressure, always living in a state of unsustainable tension, never able to relax, to enjoy the so called fruits of his labour, his young family growing up with little genuine input into their lives from him.
The Tree and the Mountain is a lovely, gentle journey or anthology of his journey to self-understanding, change and discovery which holds, throughout the pages, so many of the emotional roadblocks we all gather as we grow from children full of hope, to adults caught up in a web of ‘success’ with no apparent way out.
Simple and yet profound the story of Andrew as he faces the biggest challenge of his life, to live or die, to climb the oak tree, scale mountain and learn from the three wise people he meets on the way, is one that will not only resonate but help toward a better understanding of life, love and purpose; to learn to live in the present.
For those who wish to dig deeper into the learning embedded within the chapters, concluding this wonderful, refreshing journey into understanding is Chapter Learning and Tips which takes out the salient points from each of the chapters with a detailed explanation which will help you look within to make the choices that need to be made to live a full, happy and positive life.
The Tree and the Mountain is a short read of 2-3 hours but filled with much to reflect upon. This is Jonathin Cave’s story, but it could also be yours.
Highly recommended for those searching for new direction in their lifestyle and lives.