The Book of Days

In The Book of Days, the author's second novel, a man shares a short story each day as he attempts to navigate his way back to sanity. This narrative unfolds like a literary sampler quilt, showcasing a variety of styles, from traditional ghost tales to the works of O. Henry and James Whitcomb Riley, alongside westerns and 1950s science fiction. Each dark, inventive story reflects the narrator's profound internal struggle, creating a sequence that collectively builds to a powerful and electrifying climax.