Find Your Own Way Home
A novel in verse
by Michael George
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Pub Date Aug 30 2024 | Archive Date Not set
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Description
WINNER, CHANGING LIGHT NOVEL IN VERSE PRIZE!
"Beginning in the voice of a punchline villain and ending with a philosophically rapturous finale, Michael George’s Find Your Own Way Home is a deep meditation on loneliness, the reverberations of violence, and ‘homelessness’ in an existential sense. Jumping between multiple perspectives—from a female truck driver to a wandering preacher to a police detective—George constructs a cutthroat world that bends meticulously around perception, vengeance, and the sticky tethers that bind us to the worst versions of our humanity. This tightly wound novel in verse renders a raw world that we can’t—despite our best human efforts—resist: a cyclic cosmos of darkness that spreads as predictably as our interstate highways. What’s remarkable about this brutal place, like that of our own violent world, is that it still carries the fragility of a single plate of glass, that it still carries all the vulnerability of an abandoned, pink shoe. I am astonished with what George sets out for us to do in all this muck; that we ‘might bend / the way the light bends, toward the dark / without succumbing to it.’ A brilliant and necessary read."
—Jessica Q. Stark, Author of Buffalo Girl and Poetry Editor at AGNI
“Michael George’s Find Your Own Way Home is a collision of criminality and verse. It’s a beautifully conceived distillation of desperation and reality, a lyrical ode to the essence of noir.”
—Reed Farrel Coleman, New York Times bestselling author, dubbed the noir poet laureate by The Huffington Post
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781604893717 |
| PRICE | $18.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 216 |
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Featured Reviews
Reviewer 1292664
Find Your Own Way Home is a haunting exploration of human nature that lingers long after the final page. The poetic narrations provide a unique rhythm and depth, enhancing the overall experience of the story. This is a captivating book that resonates in the silences it so eloquently fills. I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates a deeply reflective and beautifully crafted novel. George's talent for weaving diverse voices into a cohesive and gripping narrative is nothing short of extraordinary.
Elizabeth W, Reviewer
3.5 Stars Rounded Up
Find Your Own Way Home follows five different perspective, told in verse, each connected to one night and to Alison.
This book was only 100 pages on my Kindles, a quick and pleasant read. There were parts that meandered in way that I did not enjoy, but the story was interesting and perspective changes were a great way for the story to progress. All of that being said, I may not be the right audience for this book. This was my first novel-in-verse, and I may not vibe with the formating, as much as others.
Thank you Netgallery, Livingston Press at the University of West Alabama, and the author, Michael George, for this ARC. All opinions are honest and my own.
Chelsea D, Reviewer
Find Your Own Way Home by Michael George is a thoughtful exploration of personal growth and the quest for meaning. The novel offers a relatable journey as the protagonist navigates life’s challenges, searching for a path forward. The writing is accessible and occasionally poignant, with moments that will resonate with readers who enjoy introspective stories. However, the narrative lacks a certain spark, with some sections dragging and the character development feeling somewhat shallow. While it’s a solid read with a heartfelt message, it doesn’t leave a lasting impact. A decent choice for a quiet, reflective read, but it may not stand out in a crowded genre.
Valerie P, Librarian
what an interesting take on the vicious cycle of violence in a way that is so sad and desperate. It definitely lost me at points, but the overall plot gutted me with how all the stories tied together. Lots of really great lines and I appreciate how each story felt different and had its own cadence
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