This Cleaving and this Burning (Guernica Prize Book 2)

A poignant exploration of friendship, ambition, and the hidden costs of artistic success.Two aspiring writers, Miller Sark and Hal Pierce, born on the same day, navigate the complexities of their intense friendship against the backdrop of early 20th-century America and World War I. As they strive for national prominence, their intertwined lives are tested by shifting sexual identities, creative rivalries, and the haunting specter of war. Can their bond withstand the trials of ambition and the weight of unspoken desires?Inspired by the lives of literary giants Ernest Hemingway and Hart Crane, This Cleaving and This Burning delves into the passion and purpose behind public reputations and creative expression. For readers seeking a character-driven, historical drama that explores the depths of male friendship and the impact of war and trauma, this is a literary journey you won't want to miss. Read more