First published 1996
A brutal attack leaves a respected psychologist reeling, his once-ordered mind now a battlefield of intrusive memories and crippling fear. As he struggles to regain his footing, he delves into the very nature of trauma, uncovering the hidden workings of the brain and the profound impact of life's most harrowing experiences. But will his quest for understanding lead him to the brink of madness, or unlock the key to healing in the most unexpected of places?
Genres: psychology, mental-health, thriller, academic
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: unreliable-narrator
596 pages · Hardcover · The Guilford Press
Content warnings: mental-illness