I Cheerfully Refuse

In a not-too-distant America, a musician named Rainy embarks on a solitary voyage across a sentient Lake Superior. He seeks solace and answers following the loss of his beloved wife, a bookseller whose memory guides his journey through fog-laden waters and remote islands.

This is the compelling narrative of I Cheerfully Refuse, a National Bestseller and a Barnes & Noble Book Club Pick. It is a testament to the enduring power of hope and the beauty of human connection, even amidst societal upheaval and environmental change.

From the award-winning author of Peace Like a River, this novel is hailed as a "career-defining tour-de-force." Readers will find themselves captivated by its "musical, sometimes magical and deeply satisfying kind of storytelling." It is recognized as one of the Midwest Indie Bestsellers, celebrated for its profound humanity and resonant prose.

I Cheerfully Refuse offers a symphony against despair, a bold exploration of love, loss, and the quiet rebellion found in unexpected places. This work of Literary Fiction is a story to be kept and reread, a beacon of gentle wisdom and unflagging hope.