A darkly humorous, unconventional exploration of life, loss, and moral complexity…
Life, death, and chaos collide in Kachik’s witty and emotionally stirring novel. The story follows Dr. Zachary Zander (“ZZ”), an emergency physician whose sharp wit and self-deprecating humor cut through the turbulence of his personal and professional unraveling. ZZ’s unapologetic voice draws readers into a world where humor meets heartbreak, weaving high-stakes medical emergencies, a hijacked military truck, and fraught relationships with his estranged father, Carl, and adopted sister, Stephanie. Kachik’s incisive prose captures the ER’s frenetic intensity and the quiet despair of fractured family ties with precision. His medical expertise grounds the clinical scenes in realism, while the sharp humor provides much-needed levity amid the tension. The tone shifts seamlessly between sardonic and sincere, reflecting ZZ’s complexities and the unpredictable rhythm of his life. Crackling dialogue brims with dark humor, underscoring camaraderie and conflict alike. Themes of redemption, resilience, and moral ambiguity drive the story. Kachik also delves into caregiving, sibling bonds, and the weight of familial responsibility with unflinching honesty.
This gripping, profoundly human tale will linger long after the final page.
Pub date October 15, 2024
ISBN 979-8-9915157-0-2, 979-8-9915157-1-9, 979-8-9915157-2-6
Price $29.99 (USD) Hardcover, $19.99 Paperback, $2.99 Kindle edition
