The Speed of Light

In her compelling debut novel, Elissa Grossell Dickey explores a tumultuous year in Simone's life, marked by a multiple sclerosis diagnosis and the emotional fallout from her relationship with Connor, whom she left behind. As she copes with the anxiety of an impending MRI and the haunting memories of winters past in South Dakota, a sudden act of violence disrupts her day at the university where she works. Amid the chaos, Simone reflects on love, strength, and the complexities of her life, navigating the crossroads that have brought her to this pivotal moment filled with both fear and hope.