First published 2021
Twenty years after a tragic accident, Ethan returns to his hometown to face the ghosts of his youth. Haunted by the loss of his best friend, Ethan must reckon with the choices that haunt him and the guilt that has consumed his life. As he navigates the complexities of small-town politics and personal relationships, Ethan is forced to confront the truth about that fateful night and find a way to move forward. Poignant and powerful, this novel explores the lasting impact of trauma and the possibility of redemption.
Genres: fiction, drama, literary-fiction, 20th-century, mystery, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, poignant, powerful, thought-provoking
Tropes: redemption, second-chance, trauma
Setting: Hometown
Period: Twenty Years After
460 pages · Paperback · Independently published
Content warnings: mental-illness