A Play for the End of the World

Set against the backdrop of early 1970s New York and rural India, "A Play for the End of the World" follows Jaryk Smith, a Holocaust survivor, and Lucy Gardner, a newcomer to the city, as they navigate the complexities of love and loss. When Jaryk travels to India to collect the ashes of a deceased friend, he becomes entangled in local political turmoil and a play that mirrors his own childhood experiences of resistance. As he grapples with survivor's guilt and the impending arrival of Lucy's child, Jaryk faces a profound journey of acceptance and the struggle to honor both his past and future. This powerful debut novel intricately weaves themes of art, love, and the lasting impact of history.