The Chase of Authenticity

by Chase Daniel Johnson

Uncertain of his sexuality, the protagonist, Chase, embarks on a lifelong journey to discover his identity and authenticity. In a moment of weakness, Chase confides in a man by the name of Jay and his world gets turned upside down. Through blackmail and sinister manipulation, Jay coerces Chase into a life of escorting and prostitution. Chase manages to escape, but not without experiencing the wrath and punishment of Jay. Jay uses revenge porn as a form of punishment against him and no matter how far Chase runs, he can’t escape this abuse. Along his journey, he is tormented, judged, persecuted, and publicly shamed like a witch by his peers. With no one to turn to or ask for help, Chase creates a series of masked personas to help navigate his way through life and cope with his traumas. Through resilience, self-confidence, and inner strength, he sets out on a quest to become his truest self and reclaim everything that was taken from him.

105 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 8, 2022