Vercher, John
After the Lights Go Out
- ISBN 13:
- 9781782277545
- author:
- Vercher, John
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pushkin Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 3.1 x 22.3 x 22.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Crime, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Xavier "Scarecrow" Wallace faces his toughest fight yet as he struggles to come to terms with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease that's slowly eroding his memory and sense of self. With his MMA career suspended, Xavier must navigate the challenges of daily life while searching for a way to clear his name and pay off his debts. As he battles his aging body and failing brain, Xavier is offered a chance at redemption: a last-minute comeback fight in the largest MMA promotion. But with his memory in shreds and his life crumbling around him, can he hold onto the focus he needs to survive? This haunting novel is a powerful exploration of the human spirit, revealing the darker side of a sport that demands sacrifice and resilience. Through Xavier's story, John Vercher sheds light on the devastating consequences of CTE and the struggles faced by those affected. A gripping and unflinching portrayal of a life in crisis, After the Lights Go Out is a thought-provoking read that will stay with you long after the final page has been turned.
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