Life at the Precipice

by R.F. Vincent

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Pub Date Jul 28 2023 | Archive Date Nov 11 2023

FriesenPress

General Fiction (Adult) | Mystery & Thrillers | Sci Fi & Fantasy

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Description

A mesmerizing journey of redemption and self-discovery.

“A captivating literary blend of science and fantasy . . . Readers will find themselves as engaged as the protagonist, and they’ll share his bewilderment with a sense of excitement and wonder.” - Kirkus Reviews

Recipient of the Literary Titan Gold Book Award

In 1959 an earthquake in central Vancouver Island devastated the lakeside community of Pyrite Ridge. The seismic event triggered landslides that isolated the town and killed sixteen people, while a geological phenomenon known as a segue caused the lake to drop an astonishing 150 meters. Perched on the precipice of a yawning abyss and cut off from the world by tons of rubble, Pyrite Ridge became a place of myth and lore. Travis Sivart, an Air Force officer battling PTSD, sets out to investigate the town, now known as The Segway. There he finds a host of delightfully eccentric characters, each with their own fascinating story of how they came to The Segway. During his week-long stay in the extraordinary town, Travis uncovers a perplexing connection between the source of his trauma and the tragic earthquake that struck the region decades earlier. Solving the puzzle may be the key to overcoming his inner demons.

Life at the Precipice seamlessly blends fact, fiction, and popular science in a unique combination of drama and humor that will captivate readers.

A mesmerizing journey of redemption and self-discovery.

“A captivating literary blend of science and fantasy . . . Readers will find themselves as engaged as the protagonist, and they’ll share his...

Advance Praise

“Mesmerizing, brilliant, gripping work . . . Readers will stay glued to the pages as Travis begins his investigation . . . A stunner.” - The Prairies Book Review

"Life at the Precipice is a stunning balancing act, built around a trip log that mirrors a nonfictional account while firmly establishing itself as a work of fiction. Vincent artfully straddles the lines of mystery, fantasy, memoir, and much more." - The BookLife Prize

"Life at the Precipice, by R.F. Vincent, is a novel that refuses to adhere to the rules of any single genre. Instead, it walks the line between drama and fantasy, with poignant moments of good-natured humor interspersed throughout." - Literary Titan ★★★★★

"A fascinating novel that will pull you swiftly into its world and then hold you completely. Un-put-downable." - Bookview Review Recommended Gold Badge Review

"I am speechless! What a mystical, fascinating tale." - Goodreads Review ★★★★★

"I’ve just finished Life at the Precipice by R. F. Vincent and I found it to be such an incredible read. Vincent mixes facts, fiction and fantasy deftly to share the story of a man haunted by his past who eventually comes to accept it and move beyond it." - Goodreads Review ★★★★★

“Mesmerizing, brilliant, gripping work . . . Readers will stay glued to the pages as Travis begins his investigation . . . A stunner.” - The Prairies Book Review

"Life at the Precipice is a stunning...