In this poignant and quirky novel by the bestselling author of Sorry I Missed You, the Jorgensen family faces two shocking realities: Marlen is terminally ill, and a cosmic blast will soon end humanity. As their final Christmas looms on their Saskatchewan farm, they confront life’s fragility with art, hope, and connection. Marlen and Hilda channel their energy into prophetic creations, while Hilda’s father welcomes a visitor from his past. Meanwhile, Hilda’s nephew disappears, and his mother clings to denial about the world’s end. Across the globe, Hilda’s daughter struggles to return from Berlin, guided by an enigmatic stranger. As memories of this strange reality surface, the family embraces the chaos, denial, and acceptance swirling around them. With the end imminent, they strive to cherish every moment together. Through humor, heartbreak, and resilience, the Jorgensens explore what it means to live fully when time is running out.
Publisher: Lake Union Publishing (December 1, 2024); Pages: 310 pages; ISBN-13: 978-1662517525; ASIN: B0CGVT2C5T
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Author biography: Suzy Krause, a writer and music enthusiast from Saskatchewan, debuted with Valencia and Valentine, inspired by her debt collection job and the song “Heart” by Stars. Her second novel, Sorry I Missed You, drew inspiration from a house with three mysterious mailboxes. Her third book, I Think We’ve Been Here Before (out September 2024), stems from a comforting recurring dream about the end of the world and has been optioned for TV. Her works are translated into Russian and Estonian. Instagram @suzykrause
Summary: As a cosmic blast threatens humanity and Marlen faces a terminal illness, the Jorgensens navigate art, hope, and connection. Amid chaos and denial, they embrace life, cherishing their final moments together.