Start Without Me

In "Start Without Me," acclaimed author Joshua Max Feldman delves into the lives of two strangers, Adam and Marissa, whose paths cross in an airport restaurant on Thanksgiving Day. Adam, a recovering alcoholic grappling with family expectations, and Marissa, a pregnant flight attendant facing marital tensions, form an unexpected bond as they confront their challenging pasts and uncertain futures. This poignant tale explores themes of love, choice, and the quest for self-acceptance, all set against the backdrop of a quintessential American holiday gathering. Hilarious and heartrending, it captures the complex emotions of family ties and the struggle to be one’s best self.