I cannot say enough good things about this book. The author Joe Meno is a creative writing Professor at Columbia College in Chicago, and his passion for the art shines in this novel. I would even say that it would be a good Pulitzer Prize contender.

The story is engaging from start to finish. It revolves around one family, each involved in their own complex lives, and ignoring their family ties. As their seemingly unachievable goals come crashing down around them, they all hit rock bottom and have to take a step back and reevaluate what they really want from life. They have to come to terms with the complexity of life, and their role in it.

Very well written, believable, clearly motivated characters make this book a must read.