Innocence Waxing Part 2: Fame, Blackmail & Broken Notes

Rebirth of Innocence #4

by Chezdon Mitchell

IDENTITY IS A PRISON. BREAK FREE.
LAW IS FOR THE WEAK. DESIRE IS FOR THE BOLD.

Jayden McKenzie, a 16-year-old prodigy, is a ticking time bomb. His copy of Kafka's The Metamorphosis lies discarded on his bedroom floor, a chilling reflection of his chaotic transformation.

Jayden's journey to X-Factor Australia is a descent into the abyss of depravity in this gritty, unflinching exploration of adolescence. Alienation, identity crises, and a relentless pursuit of fame drive him to the brink of destruction.

With no regard for morality or the law, Jayden's world is a whirlwind of sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll. But as he climbs the X-Factor ladder, he begins to question the emptiness of his existence. Is fame worth the price of his soul?

Prepare to be shocked. Prepare to be disturbed.

Chezdon Mitchell’s 6th book, INNOCENCE WAXING PART 2 is a disturbing descent into the abyss of human depravity. As a prequel to the acclaimed INNOCENCE WANING, this novel follows the troubled Jayden McKenzie on a journey of self-destruction. Through his eyes, Mitchell exposes the dark underbelly of society, revealing secrets that will leave you reeling. With unflinching honesty, INNOCENCE WAXING PART 2 challenges our notions of morality and explores the lengths people will go to satisfy their needs. This is not a story for the faint of heart. Prepare to be disturbed. Prepare to be challenged.

He looks so perfect in INNOCENCE WAXING.

507 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 17, 2024

About the author

Chezdon Mitchell is an Australian-American author of LGBT literary fiction, currently based in Brighton, UK. He briefly attended the University of Melbourne, but decided to follow his passion working in Information Security and Travelling in Europe instead of wasting time studying at University.

Chezdon’s work is heavily influenced by his experiences growing up as a gay teenager in Australia and his observations of the LGBT community. He has been praised for his ability to tackle complex social issues with sensitivity and depth, and for creating characters that are multi-dimensional and relatable.

Chezdon’s debut novel, “Innocence Waning,” was published in 2019 and received critical acclaim for its vivid portrayal of the challenges of growing up as a gay teenager in Melbourne, where Chezdon was born. The novel explores the lives and loves of a group of teenagers as they navigate the challenges of relationships, family, and society.

Chezdon’s writing is known for its controversial themes and emotionally charged storytelling. He has been described as a rising voice in the LGBT literary community and aspires to be invited to the Melbourne Writers Festival to show off his latest work of literary fiction, Bull Shark.

As a member of the LGBT community himself, Chezdon is committed to creating authentic representations of queer lives and realistic experiences that are usually autobiographical in nature in his writing. This approach sets his work apart from others writing in the genre. His work is a celebration of the resilience of the LGBT community, and call for greater understanding and acceptance of all people.