One Phone Call Can Bring You to Your Knees
You are taken on a unique journey of a man, Karl, faced with remarkable struggles, and his personal walk with God to help him survive. The story begins with the conflict of his religious upbringing and sexual orientation. He leaves home to establish his own identity and meets David, a powerhouse who takes him on a magic carpet ride of discovery and self-acceptance. Soon afterwards, Karl makes a best friend, Sam, and the trio develops a family based on unconditional love. From out of nowhere, tragedies strike that nearly destroy Karl to his core. He suddenly encounters a life he no longer recognizes and halts at the crossroad to destruction. He is rescued by Robert, a chivalrous man who pieces him back together. Tragedy strikes again, leaving Karl with what appears to be too much to handle. In his final test of faith, he must decide whether to keep fighting or to give up. This is a masterfully written story of love and faith, and endurance of the human spirit. It is a story that poignantly examines contemporary issues: religion, homophobia, racism, caregiving, and grief. You will laugh, cry, and be motivated at the testament of goodness in the face of life’s darkest moments. You will be inspired to hug your friends tighter, to be more accepting of others, and to make each day count. You will find a jewel in this book if you have ever loved. It is a drama, comedy, tragedy and suspense stemming from extraordinary people.
Karl Maxwell was born in Chicago and currently lives in Washington, DC. This is his first novel, inspired by his own life experiences. 
