Under the Blue Moon
Under the Blue Moon by Joan Schweighardt, published by Five Directions Press on June 10, 2023, is a work of fiction that explores the intertwined lives of two individuals in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The narrative begins with an automobile accident outside a homeless shelter, prompting Lola, a dog trainer and groomer, to confront her unresolved grief. Meanwhile, Ben, a former architect now facing homelessness, grapples with his own struggles as he attempts to navigate life after being abandoned by his family.
Readers will find a poignant exploration of the characters’ journeys as they seek redemption and connection amidst their challenges. Lola’s desire for a meaningful life and Ben’s quest to regain his dignity and reconnect with his daughter create a rich tapestry of experiences that delve into themes of luck, love, and compassion. This edition spans 200 pages and is presented in English, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of human existence in contemporary society.
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An automobile accident in front of a homeless shelter causes Lola, a dog trainer/groomer in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to renew her battle with the grief she previously pushed below the surface of her daily life. Ben, formerly an architect in the same city, has been abandoned by his family and is currently homeless. Lola sees him on the day of her accident, trying to smuggle something into the shelter while all the people associated with the facility are outside with her, waiting for the ambulance to arrive and watching the drama unfold at the end of the street as the guy who broadsided her runs from the scene and is pursued by police.
Ben, who lives on a ledge under an overpass with his 18-year-old cat and two space-mates, wants nothing more than to find a job and get back on his feet (and thereby win back both his dignity and his daughter’s love). Lola wants a second chance for a meaningful life. Their individual pursuits put them on parallel paths that offer not only chance encounters with each other but glimpses into the mysteries of luck, love, art, compassion, and what it means to be human in these times.
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