Leaving Montana
Leaving Montana by Thomas Whaley, published by Sakura Publishing in July 2014, is a compelling exploration of family dynamics and personal growth. This edition spans 210 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Benjamin Sean Quinn, who appears to have a perfect life but grapples with deep-seated anger stemming from his tumultuous upbringing. As he confronts a long-buried family secret from Montana, Benjamin embarks on a journey to reconcile his past and reshape his future.
Readers will find a poignant examination of the impact of family life on personal identity and emotional well-being. The story delves into themes of dysfunction, healing, and the quest for self-acceptance. As Benjamin navigates his complex feelings towards his parents and the legacy of their troubled marriage, he seeks to break free from the cycle of anger that has defined his life. This edition invites readers to reflect on the challenges of confronting one’s past and the transformative power of facing long-held truths.
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*WINNER of the 2015 ERIC HOFFER AWARD for a Small Press Published work.
*WINNER of the 2015 NATIONAL INDIE EXCELLENCE BOOK AWARD for Literary Fiction.
*WINNER of the GOLD MEDAL in the 2015 READER’S FAVORITE AWARDS in the General Fiction category.
*WINNER of the 2015 OUTSTANDING FIRST NOVEL AWARD from the Independent Author Network.
ABOUT LEAVING MONTANA…
Benjamin Sean Quinn’s life seemed perfect. He was physically fit, had a great job, a loving, monogamous relationship, two happy, healthy daughters and an established circle of friends. But anger relentlessly smoldered inside Benjamin. Growing up with dysfunctional parents and their tumultuous marriage left Ben emotionally scarred. For decades, Ben had tried unsuccessfully to conquer his demons, to banish the anger he felt towards his parents.
Ben strove to end the toxic cycle and avoid adopting the pattern of his parents. By the time he reached his early thirties, he finally seemed to have it all under control. Then Ben’s father told him a secret–one left in Montana from forty years earlier. The secret forced Ben to relive his past in order to face his future. When Benjamin boarded a plane to Billings, Montana. he knew it was time to face the secret head on and let go of the anger that silently ruled his life. It would be the boldest move he ever made, ultimately changing his life and the lives of those around him.
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