After struggling through episodes of profound mental ill health Mack is living life as though in a coma. Mack encounters an actual coma patient who somehow entwines together a series of people and events, beginning a life affirming process for all involved. The journey weaves together environmental issues, mental health experiences and spirituality in a search for meaning and vitality. The vital issues tackled in its pages around mental health stigma, recovery, existential dread and trying to be human in a confusing world are themes that many will relate to.
The story is a meditation and celebration of the natural world and friendship.
