The Gimmicks

Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, The Gimmicks follows the intertwined lives of three Armenians as they navigate love, betrayal, and the trauma of the Armenian Genocide, from Armenia to Southern California. Through multiple perspectives, the novel explores how historical tragedies reverberate across generations and influence personal destinies. With a blend of empathy, humor, and vivid storytelling, Chris McCormick examines the enduring impacts of history and injustice on individual lives.