Spanning the 1950s, 'Lark and Termite' is a heartfelt tale of two siblings, Lark and her brother Termite, who live in West Virginia. Lark is approaching adulthood while Termite cannot walk or talk, yet shines with an inner radiance. Raised by their aunt Nonie, the two face absence and loss; their mother Lola is distant, and Termite's father, Corporal Robert Leavitt, grapples with the Korean War's chaos. As Lark nurtures dreams for herself and Termite, the narrative weaves through their family's secrets and the mysteries of Lola and Nonie's relationship. Amidst echoes of war and an impending flood, this novel explores the resonant themes of love, loss, and the unseen bonds that connect us, culminating in a transformative night that alters their lives irreversibly.