by Chris Barker
First published 2022
Chris Barker's "Brush Strokes" plunges us into the life of Emma, a reclusive painter haunted by a tragic past. When her estranged sister reappears, Emma is forced to confront the demons she's long suppressed—both on her canvases and in her heart. As the sisters unravel a web of lies, the true colors of their relationship are revealed, challenging Emma to find the courage to paint her own path forward.
Genres: fiction, art, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: emotional-atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: estranged-siblings, found-family, redemption
Paperback · Blurb
Content warnings: mental-illness