First published 2012
Anthony Spencer built his business empire through ruthless ambition, sacrificing relationships for success. When a cerebral hemorrhage leaves him comatose in an ICU, Tony finds himself conscious in an otherworldly landscape that reflects both the beauty and corruption of his earthly existence. In this surreal realm, he encounters beings he believes are figments of his subconscious mind, yet he follows their guidance as they offer paths toward authenticity and possible redemption. Tony gains the ability to see through other people's eyes and experience their lives directly, but he remains unable to recognize how his hidden motives and unresolved grief sabotage his healing. As he navigates complex relationships in this strange dimension, Tony must confront the reality that his achievements rest on a foundation of deception built over a wounded heart. The ultimate test comes when he faces a crucial decision that could correct a terrible wrong he committed before slipping into his coma.
Genres: fiction, literary-fiction, contemporary, psychological-thriller
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: redemption-arc, self-discovery
304 pages · Hardcover · FaithWords
Content warnings: mental-illness