The Gospel of Winter

In "The Gospel of Winter," sixteen-year-old Aidan Donovan grapples with the disintegration of his family and a tumultuous search for comfort through substances and the attention of Father Greg, the only adult who seems to listen. As a crisis of trust unfolds during Christmas, Aidan finds support from new friends—Josie, Sophie, and Mark—each navigating their own struggles. Brendan Kiely’s debut novel explores the dual nature of love, revealing how it can both harm and heal, while highlighting the profound impact of the truths we keep hidden.