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Everything, Somewhere
The power of memories.
Little Rush is a sleepy town on the Ohio River. Bruce Michaels is a renowned Hollywood actor. The two should never cross paths, yet one summer everything changes. The actor, haunted by demons, chasing a ghost. The town, unaware. Until the two collide.
Hudson, Willow, and Mason are high school seniors with very different upbringings, but all on the verge of adulthood. As the sun sets on their final summer, questions abound. Will they ever leave the town? Is there a future here? As their plans waver, time is running out.
The struggle of mental illness.
As he loses his friends and sinks deeper into depression, Hudson forms an unlikely bond with the actor, Bruce Michaels. But the old man is a ticking time bomb. As Hudson relies on him more, the danger to them both grows.
When dark secrets are revealed, Hudson must confront the truth about his idol and himself. Bruce Michaels isn’t who he seems. Hudson is nearly lost. And in the end, they may be more similar than different.
The search for meaning.
Different paths, converging in a web of alcohol, fights, and romance. Worlds collide one summer in Anywhere, USA. The question is who will make it through.
EVERYTHING, SOMEWHERE is an ambitious, sprawling look at the stories, people, and places forming the nuanced landscape of rural America.
Little Rush is a sleepy town on the Ohio River. Bruce Michaels is a renowned Hollywood actor. The two should never cross paths, yet one summer everything changes. The actor, haunted by demons, chasing a ghost. The town, unaware. Until the two collide.
Hudson, Willow, and Mason are high school seniors with very different upbringings, but all on the verge of adulthood. As the sun sets on their final summer, questions abound. Will they ever leave the town? Is there a future here? As their plans waver, time is running out.
The struggle of mental illness.
As he loses his friends and sinks deeper into depression, Hudson forms an unlikely bond with the actor, Bruce Michaels. But the old man is a ticking time bomb. As Hudson relies on him more, the danger to them both grows.
When dark secrets are revealed, Hudson must confront the truth about his idol and himself. Bruce Michaels isn’t who he seems. Hudson is nearly lost. And in the end, they may be more similar than different.
The search for meaning.
Different paths, converging in a web of alcohol, fights, and romance. Worlds collide one summer in Anywhere, USA. The question is who will make it through.
EVERYTHING, SOMEWHERE is an ambitious, sprawling look at the stories, people, and places forming the nuanced landscape of rural America.
- GenresYoung Adult
424 pages, Paperback
First published April 25, 2021
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About the author
David Duane Kummer
19 books235 followersMy name is David Kummer. I'm a young writer who leans towards horror, mystery, thrillers, and young adult fiction. My books are fast-paced, easy-to-read, with shocking twists and unpredictable endings.
My new series is The House on the Hill, a new type of haunted house trilogy focusing on one family and the small town under attack. It's creepy enough for horror readers, but character-focused and plot-driven, so it's perfect for anyone who enjoys a good mystery novel.
I grew up in Madison, Indiana, a small town on the Ohio River, with lots of history and settings around here that influence my books. Now I live in New Albany with my fantastic wife. When I'm not writing, I'm a full-time English teacher for 9th graders and I enjoy spending as much time as possible outdoors.
You may have read some great authors before and some fascinating books, but this is the first time you've had an experience like this. Try something and let me convince you.
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My new series is The House on the Hill, a new type of haunted house trilogy focusing on one family and the small town under attack. It's creepy enough for horror readers, but character-focused and plot-driven, so it's perfect for anyone who enjoys a good mystery novel.
I grew up in Madison, Indiana, a small town on the Ohio River, with lots of history and settings around here that influence my books. Now I live in New Albany with my fantastic wife. When I'm not writing, I'm a full-time English teacher for 9th graders and I enjoy spending as much time as possible outdoors.
You may have read some great authors before and some fascinating books, but this is the first time you've had an experience like this. Try something and let me convince you.
Email: davidkummer7@gmail.com
Twitter @DavidKummer7
Facebook: @davidduanekummer
Instagram: @davidkummer3
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March 12, 2021I really enjoyed this book. Sensitive subject, well written and with integrity. The character grew adnf developed as you read the book and you felt you came to know them.
April 21, 2021
3.5 stars
Everything, Somewhere is a small town coming-of-age story set in a fictional Ohio town.
The three main teenagers are Hudson, Mason and Willow and chapters alternate between them. In addition there are also chapters from several adults: Mason’s dad, a Hollywood star, a journalist and some robbers. The story has a strong mental health awareness theme, as well as addressing the pressures which many teenagers face when growing up.
I enjoyed the small town setting and I thought that the author portrayed this well; I could easily imagine the scenes. I liked the stories behind the three teenagers too, and would have been happy if chapters had just been from their points of view. I felt that giving so many chapters to other characters watered down the narrative and I was constantly picking up the threads of each story as we changed chapters each time.
I felt this was a bit ambitious for a first book. With a bit more work on the character development of the teenagers, and cutting back of other players, the narrative could have been tighter to make this the interesting story that it deserved to be.
Everything, Somewhere is a small town coming-of-age story set in a fictional Ohio town.
The three main teenagers are Hudson, Mason and Willow and chapters alternate between them. In addition there are also chapters from several adults: Mason’s dad, a Hollywood star, a journalist and some robbers. The story has a strong mental health awareness theme, as well as addressing the pressures which many teenagers face when growing up.
I enjoyed the small town setting and I thought that the author portrayed this well; I could easily imagine the scenes. I liked the stories behind the three teenagers too, and would have been happy if chapters had just been from their points of view. I felt that giving so many chapters to other characters watered down the narrative and I was constantly picking up the threads of each story as we changed chapters each time.
I felt this was a bit ambitious for a first book. With a bit more work on the character development of the teenagers, and cutting back of other players, the narrative could have been tighter to make this the interesting story that it deserved to be.
July 8, 2021
It’s not everyday you come across a book that is both haunting and hopeful, heart wrenching and captivating at the same time. EVERYTHING, SOMEWHERE is a multifaceted, multigenerational coming of age in small town America story. David Kummer takes you on a rollercoaster ride through an extremely intense summer in Little Rush. The topics are heavy - suicide, depression, addiction, poverty - yet, the writer brings such a sense of integrity to every character. In the telling of this story, there are many players, very detailed scenic descriptions, and a multitude of intertwining relationships all crucial to the readers better understanding of a day in the life. Willow is my favorite character. She sees Little Rush for what it is, what it was, and what it could be. Kummer has given her the ability to see her friends and lover, parents and acquaintances with the same clarity. She is smart, intense, big hearted and wise beyond her teenage years. She is the glue that holds it all together. I couldn’t put this book down. You don’t know how it is going to end until the very last page. Not just for teens. EVERYTHING, SOMEWHERE is a brilliant book for EVERYONE.
May 24, 2021
David Kummer paints a vivid and enthralling picture of rural American life and mental illness in Everything, Somewhere! Struggling with his demons, a Hollywood actor finds his way to the small town of Little Rush. Three high schoolers, all dealing with their own things, find themselves drawn into this strange man’s circle. Kummer brilliantly depicts life in a small town, almost making the town a character itself with his powerful writing! I was drawn in by the depth of the characters and the feeling of each of their emotional journeys. This is a slight departure from Kummer’s typical horror/thriller style, but the powerful depiction of the characters and town had me just as engrossed. If you are looking for a deep and emotional read, definitely come visit Little Rush in Everything, Somewhere!
April 25, 2021
Everything Somewhere
By
David Kummer
Everything Somewhere is a story about a small town and the people in it. When a famous person chooses to move there it shakes the town and the people’s lives up. This story shows how little towns make people feel and how strangers often have similar lives even when they are from different backgrounds. Everything Somewhere is a really good story and I recommend you read it for your self.
By
David Kummer
Everything Somewhere is a story about a small town and the people in it. When a famous person chooses to move there it shakes the town and the people’s lives up. This story shows how little towns make people feel and how strangers often have similar lives even when they are from different backgrounds. Everything Somewhere is a really good story and I recommend you read it for your self.
June 3, 2021
This book takes you deep into the souls of it's characters. You feel their longing, pain, wonder and joys. Anyone whose lived in a small town will instantly relate to their need for escape. It touches on depression and substance abuse, but also how it feels to grow up and what changes transpire for the adults who also grew up and stayed in the small town.
The prose is stunningly beautiful and nostalgic and worth reading over and over.
The prose is stunningly beautiful and nostalgic and worth reading over and over.
September 8, 2021
This was a really good read and honestly, heart-wrenching.
Everything, Somewhere follows the last summer that friends Willow, Mason and Hudson share together before graduation. Having been born and raised in Little Rush, Ohio, the three friends are on the verge of adulthood and still figuring out what who they are and what they want to do. They navigate their time together cautiously as new surprises and old secrets challenge them to look in the mirror and come to terms with the challenges in front of them.
This book was in many ways, quite heavy. Delving into subjects like mental health, poverty and assault, there was obviously a lot more to the small town of Little Rush than just nosy neighbors. I do commend the author on the three main characters. Willow, Mason and Hudson were written wonderfully and it was quite gratifying to see their development and growing maturity throughout the novel. The connections between the families were also well done, and so was the overall plot. Personally, I didn’t quite care for the Bruce Michaels / robbers story – I thought the book had ample material without this, but it was a good story in itself. A powerful, thought-provoking book, and an engrossing read.
Thank you Voracious Readers and David Kummer for my copy! All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Everything, Somewhere follows the last summer that friends Willow, Mason and Hudson share together before graduation. Having been born and raised in Little Rush, Ohio, the three friends are on the verge of adulthood and still figuring out what who they are and what they want to do. They navigate their time together cautiously as new surprises and old secrets challenge them to look in the mirror and come to terms with the challenges in front of them.
This book was in many ways, quite heavy. Delving into subjects like mental health, poverty and assault, there was obviously a lot more to the small town of Little Rush than just nosy neighbors. I do commend the author on the three main characters. Willow, Mason and Hudson were written wonderfully and it was quite gratifying to see their development and growing maturity throughout the novel. The connections between the families were also well done, and so was the overall plot. Personally, I didn’t quite care for the Bruce Michaels / robbers story – I thought the book had ample material without this, but it was a good story in itself. A powerful, thought-provoking book, and an engrossing read.
Thank you Voracious Readers and David Kummer for my copy! All thoughts and opinions are my own.
February 14, 2021
I absolutely love reading and I really wanted to love this book. But for me there were too many story lines to keep straight. I kept having to remind myself who belonged to who. Also for my personal taste there was too much gratuitous use of the word God and Godd... I personally find that very offensive.
I liked the happy ending but it seemed to take too long to get there.
I liked the happy ending but it seemed to take too long to get there.
April 28, 2021
Set in a fictional Indiana community, this novel follows the struggles of three friends as they approach adulthood. The three are from different backgrounds, and face different struggles. This stage of development is especially fraught as every choice is momentous and the consequences staggering. Thrown into the mix are an aged Hollywood actor battling his own demons, an ambitious reporter, and the perceptions of one of the boys' fathers.
This novel has some hefty subject matter, which made it a meaty read. Mental health (and problematic mental health) is a prominent theme, handled very carefully. Issues surrounding consent and assault arise, although I felt that these were, unfortunately, side-stepped (but I realise that a novel can't be about everything).
The pacing was generally very good - almost perfect, in fact (more on that when I cover character) - and suited the decaying-city vibe the novel evoked. I thought the setting was extremely vivid, and was very much a character unto itself. This is something I particularly appreciate in fiction, and it was beautifully executed here. The plot is largely character-driven, which lends itself well to the slow-burn pace.
I think there could have been more done when it comes to character development. Speaking to the pacing, I think too many characters were given voice, and the inclusion of some side characters' narrations were unnecessary and did bog down the novel. For example, there was a subplot involving a robbery that was completely unnecessary, and the journalist's entries were, likewise, unimportant to the overall story and didn't really add anything to my understanding of the main characters. These inclusions left the three main characters less room to blossom, which I feel hurt the story. I did appreciate the inclusion of Mason's father's perspective as it added a lot of depth to both families for me and enriched my reading experience.
I wish the element of race had been addressed. Most of the characters are not clearly described, so their race is unclear, and I wouldn't take issue with that had one scene not thrown in a comment about the race of a minor character. I realise that including racial dynamics would likely have changed much about the novel, so I don't criticise the author's choice not to go there, but that one comment made the issue of race the elephant in the room for me, and made me wonder what the absence was really saying.
There were some small errors - some may have been included on purpose, and I didn't find they were overly intrusive to the story.
Overall, I think this novel is really well-written and I enjoyed reading it. I was engaged with the setting, and particularly enjoyed the lore of the community woven through it. It's my favourite work from this author to date, and I look forward to more in this vein.
I received an ARC via the author.
This novel has some hefty subject matter, which made it a meaty read. Mental health (and problematic mental health) is a prominent theme, handled very carefully. Issues surrounding consent and assault arise, although I felt that these were, unfortunately, side-stepped (but I realise that a novel can't be about everything).
The pacing was generally very good - almost perfect, in fact (more on that when I cover character) - and suited the decaying-city vibe the novel evoked. I thought the setting was extremely vivid, and was very much a character unto itself. This is something I particularly appreciate in fiction, and it was beautifully executed here. The plot is largely character-driven, which lends itself well to the slow-burn pace.
I think there could have been more done when it comes to character development. Speaking to the pacing, I think too many characters were given voice, and the inclusion of some side characters' narrations were unnecessary and did bog down the novel. For example, there was a subplot involving a robbery that was completely unnecessary, and the journalist's entries were, likewise, unimportant to the overall story and didn't really add anything to my understanding of the main characters. These inclusions left the three main characters less room to blossom, which I feel hurt the story. I did appreciate the inclusion of Mason's father's perspective as it added a lot of depth to both families for me and enriched my reading experience.
I wish the element of race had been addressed. Most of the characters are not clearly described, so their race is unclear, and I wouldn't take issue with that had one scene not thrown in a comment about the race of a minor character. I realise that including racial dynamics would likely have changed much about the novel, so I don't criticise the author's choice not to go there, but that one comment made the issue of race the elephant in the room for me, and made me wonder what the absence was really saying.
There were some small errors - some may have been included on purpose, and I didn't find they were overly intrusive to the story.
Overall, I think this novel is really well-written and I enjoyed reading it. I was engaged with the setting, and particularly enjoyed the lore of the community woven through it. It's my favourite work from this author to date, and I look forward to more in this vein.
I received an ARC via the author.
April 25, 2021
3 Stars
Everything, Somewhere by David Kummer is a thought-provoking story with some dark themes, in a small-town setting. This story is a bit of a coming of age story- where our characters are transitioning into adulthood and dealing with the dramas that come their way.
This is full of teenage issues that many of our teenagers are experiencing. Sensitive subject matter, such as mental health and suicide, are handled in a very direct, honest, and considerate way.
There are emotive moments, as well as some depressing scenes that tugged at my heart strings and made me ‘feel’. But I think that the characters needed a little more development in order for me to fully connect with them and what they were going through. The story is told from several points of view, which I found distracted from the growth and development of the characters, as well as the overall storyline- giving it a bit of a choppy feel.
As this is my first read from David Kummer, I am interested in reading more of his work to see what else he can do.
Thank you, David Kummer.
Everything, Somewhere by David Kummer is a thought-provoking story with some dark themes, in a small-town setting. This story is a bit of a coming of age story- where our characters are transitioning into adulthood and dealing with the dramas that come their way.
This is full of teenage issues that many of our teenagers are experiencing. Sensitive subject matter, such as mental health and suicide, are handled in a very direct, honest, and considerate way.
There are emotive moments, as well as some depressing scenes that tugged at my heart strings and made me ‘feel’. But I think that the characters needed a little more development in order for me to fully connect with them and what they were going through. The story is told from several points of view, which I found distracted from the growth and development of the characters, as well as the overall storyline- giving it a bit of a choppy feel.
As this is my first read from David Kummer, I am interested in reading more of his work to see what else he can do.
Thank you, David Kummer.
May 19, 2021
Old secrets, betrayal, loneliness, and small-town intrigue propel Kummer’s excellent YA drama.
Hudson, Mason, and Willow, the high school seniors and best friends, are barely going through the motions of their teen lives when their small town of Little Rush receives the news of a surprising arrival; Bruce Michaels, the renowned Hollywood actor, is coming to live in the town. Hudson forms a close bond with the actor, unaware his life is going to take a drastic turn soon.
Kummer's writing is both elegant and provocative as he wrings genuine emotions from his protagonists’ personal struggles. The pacing is expert, and the themes of trauma, mental illness, suicide, race and class issues are weaved beautifully into the affecting narrative.
Kummer’s intelligent prose, deeply realized characterization, and his deep understanding of teen mentality and the intricate framework of familial relationships provide this story both authenticity and rationality.
Lovers of YA and contemporary adult fiction will be greatly rewarded.
Hudson, Mason, and Willow, the high school seniors and best friends, are barely going through the motions of their teen lives when their small town of Little Rush receives the news of a surprising arrival; Bruce Michaels, the renowned Hollywood actor, is coming to live in the town. Hudson forms a close bond with the actor, unaware his life is going to take a drastic turn soon.
Kummer's writing is both elegant and provocative as he wrings genuine emotions from his protagonists’ personal struggles. The pacing is expert, and the themes of trauma, mental illness, suicide, race and class issues are weaved beautifully into the affecting narrative.
Kummer’s intelligent prose, deeply realized characterization, and his deep understanding of teen mentality and the intricate framework of familial relationships provide this story both authenticity and rationality.
Lovers of YA and contemporary adult fiction will be greatly rewarded.
May 20, 2021
Kummer’s moving latest, a tale of friendship, old secrets, and individual struggles delivers plotting and setting as well as fully developed characters.
Sitting on the banks of the Ohio River, Little Rush has seen better days. For Hudson, Willow, and Mason, the childhood friends, their senior year is all about figuring out what to do with their lives after the school is over. When Bruce Michaels, the renowned Hollywood actor, returns to the town, the teens' lives are turned upside down.
Kummer adeptly handles the narrative shift between various characters, keeping both the momentum and pacing of the story smooth. Hudson’s mental health struggles and his inner turmoil are frustratingly vexing and yet rooted in reality. Willow, with her intuitiveness and sensitivity remains a consistently appealing character. Mason is equally convincing.
The friends’ turbulent story as they navigate the ups and downs of their teen years highlights both the teen drama and individual struggles. The circumstances by which Hudson finally comes to terms with his struggles are unpredictable and moving at once.
Along the way, Kummer delves into universal issues of depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses, suicide, teenage pregnancy, family ties, friendship, trust, and betrayal.
This is a winner.
Sitting on the banks of the Ohio River, Little Rush has seen better days. For Hudson, Willow, and Mason, the childhood friends, their senior year is all about figuring out what to do with their lives after the school is over. When Bruce Michaels, the renowned Hollywood actor, returns to the town, the teens' lives are turned upside down.
Kummer adeptly handles the narrative shift between various characters, keeping both the momentum and pacing of the story smooth. Hudson’s mental health struggles and his inner turmoil are frustratingly vexing and yet rooted in reality. Willow, with her intuitiveness and sensitivity remains a consistently appealing character. Mason is equally convincing.
The friends’ turbulent story as they navigate the ups and downs of their teen years highlights both the teen drama and individual struggles. The circumstances by which Hudson finally comes to terms with his struggles are unpredictable and moving at once.
Along the way, Kummer delves into universal issues of depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses, suicide, teenage pregnancy, family ties, friendship, trust, and betrayal.
This is a winner.
April 25, 2021
I am very impressed by this author/book. Everything, Somewhere by David Kummer is a page-turner that draws you in from the first page. This book contains situations regarding mental health and hits the nail on the head. The characters jump off the page and the reader cannot help but want to follow their stories until the very end. The rural town, Little Rush, sits on the Ohio River and is one of the book’s most compelling characters because it could be any town, anywhere. Add in Bruce Michaels from Hollywood and high school senior Hudson, and it’s a formula for intrigue and revelations. The story is consistently relatable, for the situations and struggles they come up against are that which anyone could experience. The author has a way of weaving the characters’ stories together and creating such a riveting tale. I recommend this book with 5 stars, and look forward to reading more from this author.
April 26, 2021
3.5 stars
Everything, Somewhere by David Duane Kummer is a YA story where coming of age story that is sometimes dark in its subject matter which could be disturbing for some readers. David is a young writer who started writing at a young age and is passionate about telling his stories. There is a lot going on and at times it was hard to keep track on who was who. I would have liked to see a little more character development but was still able to get a sense for what they should be.
In this book we follow three main characters who are teenagers learning their place in the world and pushing those limits. Not everything is sunshine and roses as they start trying to figure out who they are and how they fit in the world and they also look towards their futures. There are some life altering changes in store for them.
This is a thought-provoking story that I am sure a lot of YA’s will be able to relate to.
Everything, Somewhere by David Duane Kummer is a YA story where coming of age story that is sometimes dark in its subject matter which could be disturbing for some readers. David is a young writer who started writing at a young age and is passionate about telling his stories. There is a lot going on and at times it was hard to keep track on who was who. I would have liked to see a little more character development but was still able to get a sense for what they should be.
In this book we follow three main characters who are teenagers learning their place in the world and pushing those limits. Not everything is sunshine and roses as they start trying to figure out who they are and how they fit in the world and they also look towards their futures. There are some life altering changes in store for them.
This is a thought-provoking story that I am sure a lot of YA’s will be able to relate to.
April 25, 2021
Everything, Somewhere by David Kummer is a coming of age story set in the Ohio River Valley. What happens when high school seniors Hudson, Mason, and Willow start coming to terms with the changes occurring in their lives moving from high school to adulthood? These three are relatable teens whom many could see themselves or someone they know in them. Also, add a retired, movie actor to the sleepy town and more questions abound. I really appreciate the author hitting on some tough subjects such as mental health issues and how they can change a person's outlook on life. It was handled well and did not hide from the truth of the matter. I enjoyed this story and the characters. I look forward to searching out more of this author's books in the future. He brings a young vision and depth to the stories.
April 25, 2021
Everything Somewhere by David Kummer is a well written and thought provoking coming of age story. The book is centred around three teens in the verge of adulthood and an actor whose past seems to be chasing him. I thought I was great how the author created a connection between them all, even when it seemed there really couldn’t be anything to connect them. The book really caught my attention and had me looking at things in different ways.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it. He takes you on a journey as the reader and it is great to explore everything the characters are feeling. There are some deeper issues covered in the book as well which adds a depth to it to make it more well rounded. This is a well written book and one certainly worth reading.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it. He takes you on a journey as the reader and it is great to explore everything the characters are feeling. There are some deeper issues covered in the book as well which adds a depth to it to make it more well rounded. This is a well written book and one certainly worth reading.
April 26, 2021
Everything, Somewhere is a novel by David Kummer.
I was not sure what I expected when I picked this book but the summary and title caught my attention.
The summer before senior and three best friends Mason, Hayden, and Willow all have different lives and upbringings.
When a Hollywood actor arrives into town, Hudson forms a friendship with him. Maybe the idol Bruce Michaels is not what he seems and has secrets of his own that Hudson will have to confront.
The writing got me hooked and read this throughout the night. I was tired at work the next morning but it was definitely worth it.
The friendship between the high school seniors and the dynamics was so interesting to read. This novel shows how one person can shake up a small town.
I highly recommend reading it.
I was not sure what I expected when I picked this book but the summary and title caught my attention.
The summer before senior and three best friends Mason, Hayden, and Willow all have different lives and upbringings.
When a Hollywood actor arrives into town, Hudson forms a friendship with him. Maybe the idol Bruce Michaels is not what he seems and has secrets of his own that Hudson will have to confront.
The writing got me hooked and read this throughout the night. I was tired at work the next morning but it was definitely worth it.
The friendship between the high school seniors and the dynamics was so interesting to read. This novel shows how one person can shake up a small town.
I highly recommend reading it.
April 25, 2021
Everything, Somewhere by David Kummer
4 Star!!!!
Wow is all I can say. This book really has some drama and really brings some attention to mental health issues. I also have to say this is the first book I have read from this author and I well I was not let down. I found that the book really brought the characters to life and grabs the reader's attention.
I could really relate to the main characters having grown up in a small town myself. I really found the way that the author deals with the complex issues that arise during the story was quite good. I really found the author's style to be unique and I will definitely read more from this author in the future.
4 Star!!!!
Wow is all I can say. This book really has some drama and really brings some attention to mental health issues. I also have to say this is the first book I have read from this author and I well I was not let down. I found that the book really brought the characters to life and grabs the reader's attention.
I could really relate to the main characters having grown up in a small town myself. I really found the way that the author deals with the complex issues that arise during the story was quite good. I really found the author's style to be unique and I will definitely read more from this author in the future.
April 27, 2021
Some of the greatest stories happen in the smallest of towns that are easily forgotten and easy to pass by. David Kummer sets his story in such a rural American town where the characters and their stories set out against the backdrop of middle-class America. In "Everything, Somewhere" we can identify with the characters' feelings of desire, not just for each other or alcohol but for what lies beyond the boundaries of the town. Within the confines of the town and the limits of one summer, the characters will be tested by romance, depression, and addiction. Whose relationships will survive? How will the people in the town be changed by their interactions? Who will stay and who will leave? How will you be changed after reading this book?
April 26, 2021
This book resonated loudly with me. Having grown up in a town similar to Little Rush, and also along the Ohio River, it felt like this book was a snapshot into life as I know it. The characters were very tangible and the multiple storylines added a richness to the plot development. I truly enjoyed this new author and his original voice and look forward to seeing what he brings to the literary world next.
March 1, 2022
David Kummer captures the essence of small town living in "Everything, Somewhere." I grew up in an even smaller town than the one depicted and know well the feeling of confinement its teens feel--that restlessness as they edge toward high school graduation, tempered by a haunting fear of the unknown. The parents grapple with mystifying offspring, making awkward gestures meant to bridge the growing gaps.
As a trio of friends (Willow, her boyfriend Mason, and their friend Hudson) relish their last summer before their upcoming senior year likely changes everything, they become increasingly aware of what holds their friendship together and what could tear them apart. When an aging, famous actor chooses their town to settle in, Mason and Hudson imagine what meeting the man would be like. The arrival of Bruce Michaels motivates others in relatively predictable ways, and adds a dimension to the story it needs.
The story is told from alternating viewpoints, some in first person and others in third, but the shifts among them are clearly drawn. The technique allows the reader to see what's at the heart of most of the drama, to understand as well as feel the undercurrents in the varying dynamics, creating a tension that would be hard to experience otherwise.
This book was close to a five-star rating for me, but a few things kept it solidly on four-star ground: first, the characters all sounded the same. The narratives from the first person point of view, despite having different names on them, had the same tonal qualities, the same layers of expression, almost the same territories of obsession (for example, Jed and Willow share an enchantment with the nearby river). Surely older Jed wouldn't express himself in the same types of sentences and language his son's friends would, right? Probably a fine point for many readers, but to elevate this literary novel to a five star rating, for me, it needed a bit more sophistication in the treatment of voice.
Second, the town seemed to get bigger and bigger as the book went on. Again, another fine point for other readers. But when Willow first describes the town as having nothing of interest but a Walmart, I took her literally, maybe because no other opportunity to describe the town more fully was taken. So eventually I discovered the town was large enough to have a strip mall area with fast food places, a tourist-y downtown area, a county fair.... It was as if the town grew as the author needed it to, expanding to include other buildings and institutions as the story dictated. Setting is critical to stories like this one, and having the setting shifting in significant ways as I went along meant I was continually re-adjusting my impression of the town of Little Rush.
These aren't major issues by any means, and anyone who loves a small [-ish!] town setting, teenage angst, and ruined old actors will love this book.
As a trio of friends (Willow, her boyfriend Mason, and their friend Hudson) relish their last summer before their upcoming senior year likely changes everything, they become increasingly aware of what holds their friendship together and what could tear them apart. When an aging, famous actor chooses their town to settle in, Mason and Hudson imagine what meeting the man would be like. The arrival of Bruce Michaels motivates others in relatively predictable ways, and adds a dimension to the story it needs.
The story is told from alternating viewpoints, some in first person and others in third, but the shifts among them are clearly drawn. The technique allows the reader to see what's at the heart of most of the drama, to understand as well as feel the undercurrents in the varying dynamics, creating a tension that would be hard to experience otherwise.
This book was close to a five-star rating for me, but a few things kept it solidly on four-star ground: first, the characters all sounded the same. The narratives from the first person point of view, despite having different names on them, had the same tonal qualities, the same layers of expression, almost the same territories of obsession (for example, Jed and Willow share an enchantment with the nearby river). Surely older Jed wouldn't express himself in the same types of sentences and language his son's friends would, right? Probably a fine point for many readers, but to elevate this literary novel to a five star rating, for me, it needed a bit more sophistication in the treatment of voice.
Second, the town seemed to get bigger and bigger as the book went on. Again, another fine point for other readers. But when Willow first describes the town as having nothing of interest but a Walmart, I took her literally, maybe because no other opportunity to describe the town more fully was taken. So eventually I discovered the town was large enough to have a strip mall area with fast food places, a tourist-y downtown area, a county fair.... It was as if the town grew as the author needed it to, expanding to include other buildings and institutions as the story dictated. Setting is critical to stories like this one, and having the setting shifting in significant ways as I went along meant I was continually re-adjusting my impression of the town of Little Rush.
These aren't major issues by any means, and anyone who loves a small [-ish!] town setting, teenage angst, and ruined old actors will love this book.
September 6, 2022
I've review this author's work before, so when he offered me a copy of this one, I was happy to accept!
Please note the story has suicide, depression, and pregnancy (though I will not name which characters these relate to).
Admittedly, literary isn't one of the main genres I work with. I find it errs on the side of pretention a lot of the time. And this book definitely had some of that, with nearly everything being turned into a metaphor and long sections without anything actually happening, just people thinking about things. Thankfully though, the narrative didn't seem to actually hold that the teenagers were quite the brilliant philosophers they thought they were.
I did like the small town rural setting. It didn't bring any new ideas to the narrative around little towns, more of the same "it's a mix of nostalgic and suffocating" that most stories with that setting uphold. As someone who's lived in a smaller town, the excitement around a celebrity coming in was about accurate. Although, the reaction of everyone much later on seemed very... idealistic. Obviously, I don't want to spoil anything. But there is a moment where people are reacting to news in a very... universal way. And the real world has shown, very clearly, that people would not be so agreed upon as to the way to act. It felt like more of the author's version of what *should* happen, as opposed to holding up a mirror to what would actually happen.
The biggest reason I took off a star was the pacing. Things were very slow in the beginning. To a certain extent, I think that was the point of it: the banality of small town life and the slow haze of depression. But it suddenly picks up after the middle point and turns nearly melodramatic at points. I wish some things had been brought up more before they suddenly erupted (Mason's feud with Blough, for instance) to make the eventual fall out feel like a bigger part of the story than just a plot point. But when things did pick up, it made for some great story beats.
Like I mentioned before with the the universal reaction, the ending was just slightly too idealistic to fit with the vibe of the story. I did appreciate that the book made it clear how Hudson had a long journey ahead for his mental health. But there were other aspects that seem to brush over the realities of the situation. Seemed like everyone was just happy to be happy at times, aside from Hudson.
All in all, this is a great pick if you like stories focused on small towns and the struggles of living within them. Or if you like literary work in general.
Please note the story has suicide, depression, and pregnancy (though I will not name which characters these relate to).
Admittedly, literary isn't one of the main genres I work with. I find it errs on the side of pretention a lot of the time. And this book definitely had some of that, with nearly everything being turned into a metaphor and long sections without anything actually happening, just people thinking about things. Thankfully though, the narrative didn't seem to actually hold that the teenagers were quite the brilliant philosophers they thought they were.
I did like the small town rural setting. It didn't bring any new ideas to the narrative around little towns, more of the same "it's a mix of nostalgic and suffocating" that most stories with that setting uphold. As someone who's lived in a smaller town, the excitement around a celebrity coming in was about accurate. Although, the reaction of everyone much later on seemed very... idealistic. Obviously, I don't want to spoil anything. But there is a moment where people are reacting to news in a very... universal way. And the real world has shown, very clearly, that people would not be so agreed upon as to the way to act. It felt like more of the author's version of what *should* happen, as opposed to holding up a mirror to what would actually happen.
The biggest reason I took off a star was the pacing. Things were very slow in the beginning. To a certain extent, I think that was the point of it: the banality of small town life and the slow haze of depression. But it suddenly picks up after the middle point and turns nearly melodramatic at points. I wish some things had been brought up more before they suddenly erupted (Mason's feud with Blough, for instance) to make the eventual fall out feel like a bigger part of the story than just a plot point. But when things did pick up, it made for some great story beats.
Like I mentioned before with the the universal reaction, the ending was just slightly too idealistic to fit with the vibe of the story. I did appreciate that the book made it clear how Hudson had a long journey ahead for his mental health. But there were other aspects that seem to brush over the realities of the situation. Seemed like everyone was just happy to be happy at times, aside from Hudson.
All in all, this is a great pick if you like stories focused on small towns and the struggles of living within them. Or if you like literary work in general.
April 25, 2021
I was delighted to receive a review copy of the latest book by this talented young author. David Kummar has written mainly in the Horror genre up until now, but this book is very different. It is a coming of age story, but that does not tell us very much about it.
There are three teens in the book. Best friends.
Hudson is a troubled character. He is the only child of a couple struggling to make ends meet. His father has a job in one of the local factories, at the same time farming their small-holding. Hudson wants to leave the small town of Little Rush. At least that’s what he says. He also has thoughts of suicide, although he is unsure if he wants to do it or not.
Mason is his friend and the son of one of the rich property owners in the town. His ambition is to remain in the town and to take over his father’s business.
Willow is Mason’s girlfriend. She is beautiful, but from a broken home. Her parents live separately in the poorer parts of the town. She also wants to leave Little Rush as soon as she can.
The three get up to the usual kind of things teens will do, smoking and drinking being their preferred activities.
Their life changes when a popular film star decides to retire to the town. Everyone is excited, but is he all he seems?
Kummer has drawn the main characters extremely well. They are all believable and real, with faults and good points.
Michaels is tormented, as is Hudson, for different reasons. Mason is a typical rich kid on the surface, but he has hidden depth.
Willow is a confused young woman who desperately wants to leave the town, but not Mason whom she loves.
The other characters, I hesitate to say ‘lesser’ as they all play an important role are also fully formed. There is an unlikely friendship between Mason’s father and Hudson’s father. Two very different characters.
On the whole, the writing is good. One thing that I did find a slight problem with is that Kummer uses the word ‘just’ rather a lot, but that’s not a major problem. Many people wont notice it as it’s the way so many speak.
I had a clear picture of the town in my head from the way Kummer has described the town and its surroundings.
An excellent read. I found myself anxious to get back to it whenever I had to stop reading for whatever reason. The story is one that lingers in your head long after you’ve finished reading it. Well worth the money spent on a purchase.
There are three teens in the book. Best friends.
Hudson is a troubled character. He is the only child of a couple struggling to make ends meet. His father has a job in one of the local factories, at the same time farming their small-holding. Hudson wants to leave the small town of Little Rush. At least that’s what he says. He also has thoughts of suicide, although he is unsure if he wants to do it or not.
Mason is his friend and the son of one of the rich property owners in the town. His ambition is to remain in the town and to take over his father’s business.
Willow is Mason’s girlfriend. She is beautiful, but from a broken home. Her parents live separately in the poorer parts of the town. She also wants to leave Little Rush as soon as she can.
The three get up to the usual kind of things teens will do, smoking and drinking being their preferred activities.
Their life changes when a popular film star decides to retire to the town. Everyone is excited, but is he all he seems?
Kummer has drawn the main characters extremely well. They are all believable and real, with faults and good points.
Michaels is tormented, as is Hudson, for different reasons. Mason is a typical rich kid on the surface, but he has hidden depth.
Willow is a confused young woman who desperately wants to leave the town, but not Mason whom she loves.
The other characters, I hesitate to say ‘lesser’ as they all play an important role are also fully formed. There is an unlikely friendship between Mason’s father and Hudson’s father. Two very different characters.
On the whole, the writing is good. One thing that I did find a slight problem with is that Kummer uses the word ‘just’ rather a lot, but that’s not a major problem. Many people wont notice it as it’s the way so many speak.
I had a clear picture of the town in my head from the way Kummer has described the town and its surroundings.
An excellent read. I found myself anxious to get back to it whenever I had to stop reading for whatever reason. The story is one that lingers in your head long after you’ve finished reading it. Well worth the money spent on a purchase.
April 26, 2021
Little Rush, Ohio
A small city on the Ohio River, Little Rush, has seen better days. Sitting on the banks of the Ohio River near the Kentucky border, Little Rush has a small town appeal.
Hayden, Mason, and Willow
These three are the best of friends. Yet, their lives are so different. Hayden lives down the country road on a farm with his dad who works at the local power plant and farms after work. Mason’s dad is one of the most financially well-off men in Little Rush. He owes the local pizza joint among other businesses in Little Rush. Willow’s parents are divorced. Her dad lives near downtown in a small run-down apartment while her mom lives on the hilltop with Willow’s little brother.
It’s the summer before senior year trying to enjoy the last few moments before having to face the realities of life after high school. All three teenagers struggle with choices. Problems arise, a former Hollywood star moves to town with secrets of his own, and tensions arise between the couple and Hayden as changes in the relationship cause friction between the three friends. How will these three make it through the summer and prepare for life after high school?
I liked this book. It contains very realistic experiences that challenge these teenagers and their parents. It’s a longer book, but stick with it and enjoy the story.
A small city on the Ohio River, Little Rush, has seen better days. Sitting on the banks of the Ohio River near the Kentucky border, Little Rush has a small town appeal.
Hayden, Mason, and Willow
These three are the best of friends. Yet, their lives are so different. Hayden lives down the country road on a farm with his dad who works at the local power plant and farms after work. Mason’s dad is one of the most financially well-off men in Little Rush. He owes the local pizza joint among other businesses in Little Rush. Willow’s parents are divorced. Her dad lives near downtown in a small run-down apartment while her mom lives on the hilltop with Willow’s little brother.
It’s the summer before senior year trying to enjoy the last few moments before having to face the realities of life after high school. All three teenagers struggle with choices. Problems arise, a former Hollywood star moves to town with secrets of his own, and tensions arise between the couple and Hayden as changes in the relationship cause friction between the three friends. How will these three make it through the summer and prepare for life after high school?
I liked this book. It contains very realistic experiences that challenge these teenagers and their parents. It’s a longer book, but stick with it and enjoy the story.
April 25, 2021
Powerful read
Kummer pens a magnificent dramatic story in Everything, Somewhere. I have read work from this author before, and I really enjoyed it. The characters were raw and very interconnected, and though, so different, their haunting demons clash into each other. This author brings the story to life. The characters had a lot of depth, and were very realistic. The story was so compelling, sharing the struggles of the past and even mental health. Secrets and struggles with life, and reality makes this story so unique but relatable. Absolutely superb!! This is probably the best story I've read from this author. This author has a great imagination and I'm glad it's being shared with stories. It is a very well-written story, and I enjoyed it. This is a magnificent story, kept this reader turning the pages. A definite attention grabber, so much I couldn't put it down. This read is more than just words on a page. Everything, Somewhere is a definite recommendation by Amy's Bookshelf Reviews. I look forward to reading many more stories by this author.
Kummer pens a magnificent dramatic story in Everything, Somewhere. I have read work from this author before, and I really enjoyed it. The characters were raw and very interconnected, and though, so different, their haunting demons clash into each other. This author brings the story to life. The characters had a lot of depth, and were very realistic. The story was so compelling, sharing the struggles of the past and even mental health. Secrets and struggles with life, and reality makes this story so unique but relatable. Absolutely superb!! This is probably the best story I've read from this author. This author has a great imagination and I'm glad it's being shared with stories. It is a very well-written story, and I enjoyed it. This is a magnificent story, kept this reader turning the pages. A definite attention grabber, so much I couldn't put it down. This read is more than just words on a page. Everything, Somewhere is a definite recommendation by Amy's Bookshelf Reviews. I look forward to reading many more stories by this author.
April 25, 2021
In Little Rush, a small town in rural America, it is the final summer holiday before their senior year and Hudson, Willow and Mason decide to make the best of it, they plan on having fun, smoking, drinking and talking the nights away with a final hoorah of not having responsibilities or feeling like they need to be adults, but Hudson is not as joyous as he would seem, he is bored of both life in Little Rush and life in general, he cannot see the life all around him, but can see the death which is slowly coming towards him, his melancholy is catching up with him and he feels like there is nothing which can stop it. He is going through the motions and pretending like there is nothing wrong, at least he is when he is around his friends, but their blossoming romance isn’t helping the situation, neither is the feeling that he cannot escape the stereotypical “farmer boy” image he is stuck with. As they start a typical night of amusement in Mason’s dads cabin, involving alcohol and reminiscing of good times past, Willow suddenly announces that a famous actor will be moving to Little Rush and when she reveals that it is Bruce Michaels, both of the boys get excited as it is their favourite actor of all time, this is where the speculation begins and Willow is bored after the conversation goes on for longer than she anticipated. The next morning amid hangovers from hell the guys tidy up and carry on discussing the news while Willow sleeps the alcohol off and when he is dropped off home, Hudson is in trouble with his parents and the excitement he felt beforehand disappears and his depression comes back full force as he sits on his own in his room with the joy sucked out of him.
Willow and Mason are also thinking about Little Rush and their future, what it will hold, why they are torn between leaving the town and staying, they try and figure out their feelings and as they spend more and more time together, they kind of leave Hudson behind and he begins to feel like a thirds wheel. Meanwhile, a chance encounter while sitting with Mason in the treeline which borders the outside of Bruce Michael’s house leads to a conversation with the man himself and leads to a0 feeling that he can confide in Bruce when he can’t with his friends. As the summer progresses, Hudson’s feelings spin slowly downwards as he receives bad news on top of more bad news, the gap developing between himself and his friends is widening as he feels uncomfortable being around them and abandoned when they stop inviting him to hang out as much. However, he is increasing the amount of time he is spending with the old actor and using it as an excuse to avoid everyone else, but this is leading him into a spiral which nobody seems
to realise he is in.
Will the distance which grows between Hudson, his friends and his family change things so much that it sends him in a direction he shouldn’t be going, or can it be mended enough that
Hudson can come back from it all? This is a story of summer breaks, mental illness, relationships, lies, truths and worlds colliding, it is in the most unlikely pairings where the dangers truly lie, but what the dangers are, only reading to the end will reveal.
Willow and Mason are also thinking about Little Rush and their future, what it will hold, why they are torn between leaving the town and staying, they try and figure out their feelings and as they spend more and more time together, they kind of leave Hudson behind and he begins to feel like a thirds wheel. Meanwhile, a chance encounter while sitting with Mason in the treeline which borders the outside of Bruce Michael’s house leads to a conversation with the man himself and leads to a0 feeling that he can confide in Bruce when he can’t with his friends. As the summer progresses, Hudson’s feelings spin slowly downwards as he receives bad news on top of more bad news, the gap developing between himself and his friends is widening as he feels uncomfortable being around them and abandoned when they stop inviting him to hang out as much. However, he is increasing the amount of time he is spending with the old actor and using it as an excuse to avoid everyone else, but this is leading him into a spiral which nobody seems
to realise he is in.
Will the distance which grows between Hudson, his friends and his family change things so much that it sends him in a direction he shouldn’t be going, or can it be mended enough that
Hudson can come back from it all? This is a story of summer breaks, mental illness, relationships, lies, truths and worlds colliding, it is in the most unlikely pairings where the dangers truly lie, but what the dangers are, only reading to the end will reveal.
April 14, 2021
4 CRANKY STARS
This is one thought provoking book. I can only give it 4 stars because the subject matter is disturbing at times. The constant thoughts of suicide by the one character are upsetting and could throw someone over the edge. Except for that it was a good coming of age story.
The story takes place in a small Indiana river town. The characters are high schoolers entering their senior year. Suddenly they have decisions to make about their futures. Hudson is the son of a factory worker, farmer on the side. They can barely make ends meet. His best friend is Mason. He is the son of the man that owns most of the land and businesses in the town. The third character is Willow. She is Mason's girlfriend. Her parents are divorced and she shuffles between houses. Her dad often forgets to pay bills. These three have been inseparable for several years now. These characters could live in any town in any country and we would recognize some of their problems. They are typical teens exploring their limits. Smoking and drinking are their preferred entertainment. Mason and Willow are intimate. When a retired actor moves to town, the mystery of why he is there inspires the town. For the teens, it is the catalyst for some life altering changes.
If you like deep, sometimes dark stories, you'll enjoy this one. I loved it and hated it which to me were good feelings when I finished it. A far cry from the fantasy I usually read and a mind opening adventure.
This is one thought provoking book. I can only give it 4 stars because the subject matter is disturbing at times. The constant thoughts of suicide by the one character are upsetting and could throw someone over the edge. Except for that it was a good coming of age story.
The story takes place in a small Indiana river town. The characters are high schoolers entering their senior year. Suddenly they have decisions to make about their futures. Hudson is the son of a factory worker, farmer on the side. They can barely make ends meet. His best friend is Mason. He is the son of the man that owns most of the land and businesses in the town. The third character is Willow. She is Mason's girlfriend. Her parents are divorced and she shuffles between houses. Her dad often forgets to pay bills. These three have been inseparable for several years now. These characters could live in any town in any country and we would recognize some of their problems. They are typical teens exploring their limits. Smoking and drinking are their preferred entertainment. Mason and Willow are intimate. When a retired actor moves to town, the mystery of why he is there inspires the town. For the teens, it is the catalyst for some life altering changes.
If you like deep, sometimes dark stories, you'll enjoy this one. I loved it and hated it which to me were good feelings when I finished it. A far cry from the fantasy I usually read and a mind opening adventure.
July 24, 2021
(I received a free copy of this book from Voracious Readers Only in exchange for an honest review)
Everything, Somewhere packs a punch, to say the least. Kummer build the setting of a small, sleepy town very well, and explores the different perspectives of the people living there. His writing looks beyond a stereotypical small town, but is also very familiar - you can almost recognize Little Rush as somewhere you know. To be honest, I didn't expect to be reading from the perspectives of side characters like Jed and Gina, but including them did add to the depth of the stories of the central characters. That being said, at times it did feel like the authour was trying to fit too much into the story. My only other problem with this novel is the seemingly countless monologues from characters regarding their feelings of Little Rush. It felt like they were all repeating the same thoughts, just in different words, and it ultimately read as filler material.
That being said, I still enjoyed Everything, Somewhere. From what I've seen, this is a shift for Davud Kummer in terms of genre, so I might just try reading some of his other works!
Everything, Somewhere packs a punch, to say the least. Kummer build the setting of a small, sleepy town very well, and explores the different perspectives of the people living there. His writing looks beyond a stereotypical small town, but is also very familiar - you can almost recognize Little Rush as somewhere you know. To be honest, I didn't expect to be reading from the perspectives of side characters like Jed and Gina, but including them did add to the depth of the stories of the central characters. That being said, at times it did feel like the authour was trying to fit too much into the story. My only other problem with this novel is the seemingly countless monologues from characters regarding their feelings of Little Rush. It felt like they were all repeating the same thoughts, just in different words, and it ultimately read as filler material.
That being said, I still enjoyed Everything, Somewhere. From what I've seen, this is a shift for Davud Kummer in terms of genre, so I might just try reading some of his other works!
April 25, 2021
This is my first time reading this author and I love every word of this story. The plotline was masterfully created. There is a message weaved into the story. It is set in a small town on the Ohio River. This gives the author some creative writing due to the rural setting. I found myself in that small town with the characters. The characters are fully developed and complex in nature Bruce Michaels is a renowned Hollywood actor, who is there because of his personal demons. Then there are Hudson, Willow, and Mason high school seniors with different backgrounds with adulthood coming very quickly. There were questions that they were looking to have answers to. Hudson lost his friends and sank into a deep depression. He finds Bruce and starts a deep friendship with him. Will this new “friendship” be a healthy one or will it send both of them into a deeper depression without a light at the end of the tunnel? I highly recommend this book. I know that I felt some similarities to the characters and it pushed me to finish this book in one sitting.
August 27, 2021
Everything somewhere is a coming of age fictional story geared toward the young adult generation. It begins with Hudson, a young man who is dealing with depression and isolation. He meets Bruce Michaels, who is a celebrity hiding away from the public eye. The relationship between them grows, and each to their own begins to understand each other’s secrets.
It was interesting to know more about the little town in Indiana. The characters meshed very well, and each played one another off. The story’s setting pulled everything together, and it was nice to see the dynamic of its compelling story.
I enjoyed reading this book and thought that its premise raised discussions about depression and how it can affect you and the people around you. It was interesting to see how Hudson struggled to make connections or build relationships. But when Bruce comes into his life, things changed.
I recommend this book to those who like to read fictional stories.
It was interesting to know more about the little town in Indiana. The characters meshed very well, and each played one another off. The story’s setting pulled everything together, and it was nice to see the dynamic of its compelling story.
I enjoyed reading this book and thought that its premise raised discussions about depression and how it can affect you and the people around you. It was interesting to see how Hudson struggled to make connections or build relationships. But when Bruce comes into his life, things changed.
I recommend this book to those who like to read fictional stories.
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