Doubting Thomas

In Matthew Clark Davison's compelling novel, we follow Thomas McGurrin, a fourth-grade teacher and openly gay man, who faces a false accusation of misconduct at a prestigious private school in Portland, Oregon. As he navigates the fallout from this accusation, including his forced resignation and the challenges of his younger brother's cancer battle, the story delves into the clash between progressive ideals and the entrenched stereotypes that still pervade society. Through Thomas's journey, the novel examines the complexities of friendships and family dynamics against a backdrop of privilege and discrimination.