Love, loss, and hope burn bright in the second city. As lives intersect and histories unravel, a cast of colorful characters seek to find tranquility in a world of blazing drama and chaos.
Fucked up that Terrance and David never got together.
Jokes aside, this is an ambitious and original text that showcases a versatility of styles and tones. I look forward to seeing the style Hawks settles on for his next book.
Full disclosure: I’ve known the author long enough to be basically his Gertrude.
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Tedd created a beautiful portrait of coming of age stories, no matter the age. The city of Chicago comes to life as the characters navigate the human condition in a backdrop that can be filled with despair, hope and opportunity all in the same moment.