“Doug Lalli [has written] this novel with great sensitivity and insight . . . Nothing should deter you from opening this book . . . and reading through to its surprising conclusion. A wonderful first novel!”

“Lalli’s first novel is . . . relatively short, but it does not shortchange readers.
It’s easy to get caught up in Peter’s quest.”

“Flawlessly constructed . . . This is storytelling at its best.”

“Intriguing . . . a MUST READ.”

“A spare but powerful novel . . . deeply affecting.”

“Recommended for the quality of Lalli’s writing and for his insight into the
complexity of the human condition.”

“An introspective and illuminating novel with a voice and style all its own.”

“Lalli skillfully develops his protagonist[’s] search for meaning and direction.”

“A sad, lovely, and remarkably insightful tale.”

“Lalli promises us more novels, and that’s something to look forward to!”