The Jackson River Bridge - Couverture souple

Light, Elliott

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798993476414

Editeur : Elliott Light, 2025

Synopsis

At sixteen, Noah Waters stands on a bridge with nothing left to lose-and everything he doesn't yet understand to gain. The Jackson River Bridge is a haunting, deeply human story of identity, memory, and survival, told through the singular voice of a young man whose mind does not work like everyone else's. Born Jeff Cutter and reborn as Noah Waters on a cold steel bridge over a dark river, Noah's life has been shaped by trauma, brilliance, cruelty, and an unrelenting search for truth in a world that has repeatedly failed him. Brilliant in science and mathematics yet fractured by an undiagnosed neurological condition, Noah grows up trapped between extraordinary intelligence and devastating emotional isolation. Haunted by the death of his twin brother, burdened by a mother's resentment, and rescued-though imperfectly-by those few willing to see him as more than a problem to be solved, Noah learns early that trust is dangerous and survival is complicated. What begins as an escape from a violent past becomes a profound journey of self-discovery. Through loss, betrayal, friendship, and moments of unexpected grace, Noah navigates a world that misunderstands him while he struggles to understand himself. Written with raw honesty, psychological depth, and uncommon compassion, The Jackson River Bridge explores what it means to live with a mind that remembers differently, loves intensely, and questions relentlessly. This is not just a coming-of-age story-it is a meditation on resilience, responsibility, and the fragile, life-altering choices that define who we become. Some bridges are meant to be crossed. Others change us forever.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Elliott Light grew up in McLean, Virginia, just outside Washington, D.C., before the capital's outskirts transformed from farmland and open fields into sprawling housing developments and mega-malls. With a mind as curious as his storytelling, he pursued both engineering and law, ultimately spending three decades practicing environmental, energy, contract, telecommunications, and patent law.​But storytelling always called to him. In 2002, he published his first novel, Lonesome Song, embarking on a journey that merges entertainment with sharp social commentary. His subsequent works, including Chain Thinking (2003), The Gene Police (2018), and Throwaways (2020), tackle controversial and hard-hitting topics that often coincide with today's headlines. His latest novel, The Jackson River Bridge (2023), is his first release through Imzadi Publishing and continues his tradition of weaving compelling narratives that shine a light on complex, sometimes uncomfortable truths, such as sex trafficking and societal injustices.​Elliott's writing explores the human condition, peeling back the layers of controversial issues to reveal the frequently uncomfortable realities beneath. His stories challenge readers to confront the these troublesome topics while delivering gripping plots and unforgettable characters.​When not writing, Elliott enjoys experimenting with Asian-inspired recipes, mastering his air fryer, and reading about emerging energy technologies like super-hot geothermal. He and his wife, Sonya, share a love of travel, and while at home, he happily serves their cat, Feste, with unwavering dedication.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Elliott Light
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798993476414
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 222
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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