New Book Release: and the sun will rise - by David R. Davis

 

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A story of trauma, hope, and healing

Brian, Grace, and Alejandro know pain in its most harrowing forms. Three military veterans, all having experienced deep trauma, are brought together in a PTSD group to heal. Haunting memories of what they saw, did, and experienced dwell deep in their minds, nightmares, and inside the hospital.

Emily Dawes, a social worker at the Tucson VA Medical Center, helps guide them on their journeys. Each must overcome intense guilt and fear if they are to find any hope of redemption and peace. With the help of Emily, a bond of trust and friendship is slowly built. There may never be the cure they seek, but if they stick together, perhaps some morning they will awaken... and the sun will rise.

About the author:

David R. Davis was born in Texas, and served as a combat medic in Vietnam with the 101st. Airborne Division. He graduated from West Texas State University and Our Lady of the Lake University. David worked as a social worker, therapist and administrator for 35 years. Now living in Tucson, Arizona - he enjoys writing, hiking the desert, and the study of desert wildlife. He and his partner Suzanne have two dogs Louie and Denni. David is a member of The Oro Valley Writers Forum in Tucson and is a member of the Society of Southwestern Authors..

David pens a weekly blog at https://desert-writer.blog/ He writes about books, writing and living a meaningful life. Check it out

David published his first novel in early 2017. Running In, Walking Out weaves a story of the lives of four people. John, a Vietnam Vet. Sarah who brings joy with her kindness and garden. Preston the old blues drummer filled with passion and regret. Duane, a troubled young man, trying to escape his background. The book reflects the human search for meaning, purpose and redemption.

David's second book The Unusual Man was published in October, 2018. Andrew Densmore, a Boston bred self-Important gentleman authored The Unusual Man in 1915. He was a man tormented by the death of his younger brother, the memory of his abusive father and financial desperation. He expected the book to be his passport to fame and fortune. It didn't work out as he had planned. One hundred years later, a worn copy of the book makes its way into the hands of Austin Brewer. Life for Brewer is controlled by OCD and a deep desire to be left alone. Densmore' book, along with housekeeper Lupita, Victor Frankl and twelve-year-old Bobby Prescott become instrumental in the redemption of the reclusive Brewer. A writer writes to bridge the gap between humans, sometimes it takes a century to accomplish.

One reviewer has stated " A story can reach across a hundred years and still be fresh as warm-from-the-oven baked bread. The Unusual Man is such a story."