by James Beard
First published 2023
James, a harried office worker, fights to keep his head above water as he navigates the demands of his job, family, and his own failing health. When a mysterious respiratory illness begins to take hold, James must confront his mortality and the fragility of his existence. As he grapples with his deteriorating condition, he is forced to reevaluate his priorities and the relationships that once seemed so vital. Breathing is a poignant exploration of the human experience, where the simple act of drawing breath becomes a hard-won battle against the weight of modern life.
Genres: fiction, drama, literary-fiction, medical, contemporary, 21st-century
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: character-driven, introspective, slice-of-life
201 pages · Paperback