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Once, Upon Reflection: A Storied Life
"If I did not have a good backup plan then, I had already learned in life, having a backup excuse for not having a backup plan was the next best thing."
Once Upon Reflection is a poignant and introspective exploration of the life of the artist Max Wiseman. As he lays on his deathbed, Max reflects on the pivotal moments and relationships that shaped his existence, from the women who raised him to the four woman he married. Through his recollections, Max illuminates the profound impact that love and art have had on his journey, offering readers a deeply intimate and insightful portrait of a man with all his flaws and his passions. This literary fiction novel is a moving and evocative meditation on the human experience, filled with richly drawn characters and poignant moments that will linger long after the final page is turned. "Once Upon Reflection" reminds us of the enduring power of love, art, and the connections that shape our lives. With beautifully crafted prose and an emotionally resonant narrative, this novel is a testament to the enduring legacy of a life well-lived.
Once Upon Reflection is a poignant and introspective exploration of the life of the artist Max Wiseman. As he lays on his deathbed, Max reflects on the pivotal moments and relationships that shaped his existence, from the women who raised him to the four woman he married. Through his recollections, Max illuminates the profound impact that love and art have had on his journey, offering readers a deeply intimate and insightful portrait of a man with all his flaws and his passions. This literary fiction novel is a moving and evocative meditation on the human experience, filled with richly drawn characters and poignant moments that will linger long after the final page is turned. "Once Upon Reflection" reminds us of the enduring power of love, art, and the connections that shape our lives. With beautifully crafted prose and an emotionally resonant narrative, this novel is a testament to the enduring legacy of a life well-lived.
312 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 21, 2022
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March 12, 2026
A man searches through life looking for true love to last throughout time. On the way he finds amazing women who contribute to his journey. This is a wonderful story written like a memoir about an amazing artist and lives he touches as well as those who touch him.
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