“Will you believe me when I tell you there was kindness in his heart? His left hand didn't know what his right hand was doing. It was only that certain important connections had been burned through. If I opened up your head and ran a hot soldering iron around in your brain, I might turn you into someone like that.”
This collection delves into the complex world of addiction and the struggle for redemption, narrated from the perspective of a young man known as Jesus' Son. The stories offer a raw and intimate look at the challenges faced by individuals grappling with substance abuse and the impact it has on their lives and relationships. more
Denis Johnson is an American writer born on July 1, 1949. His works are known for their profound psychological insights and unique narrative style, having won numerous literary awards, including the Pulitzer Prize. more
“Stands the Church clock at ten to three? And is there honey still for tea?”
“You know how I love talking about books, and you know how I adore receiving compliments.”