TRICITY NEWS: Debut Novel by Coquitlam Teacher
Read the TriCity News article that showcases Nick Perry and his debut novel, Broken Water.
PORT MOODY — An elementary teacher in School District 43 (SD43) who’s had a diverse professional background will have another title on his résumé next month: author.
On Feb. 2, Port Moody resident Nick Perry will release his inaugural book, Broken Water, via his publisher Chicken House Press. The story centres on an atheist named Declan Murphy who attempts to become a Catholic priest.
Literary Fiction by Nick Perry
Growing up during the New Atheist movement, Declan Murphy never quite believed in the existence of a higher power. But when life throws him a series of challenges, his lack of an axis mundi has him latching on to the one vision that feels right: becoming a Catholic priest.
This emotional and thought-provoking story follows Declan as he navigates the conflicts between his personal beliefs and his family’s expectations. Will he be able to reconcile this contradiction? And at what cost?
As Declan delves deeper into his journey, he will discover truths that will test his faith and his relationships. Will his quest to become a priest ultimately bring him closer to or farther from the truth?
And what of the biggest question of all?
Why would an atheist ever want to become a priest?
