Coming Soon from Bythos Press: Tropics of Heart
Embark on a Journey of Self-Discovery with Jerry—An Adventurer Caught Between Worlds
Jerry, a 22-year-old archaeology student in Germany, faces a life-altering challenge: he’s a young father trapped in the complexities of adult responsibilities far too soon. Supported by Julia, his older wife, Jerry embarks on an impulsive journey to Brazil, aiming to rediscover himself and escape the overwhelming tide of anxiety and domesticity. Tropics of Heart invites readers into Jerry’s world, where his quest for freedom and identity takes him from the familiarity of European life to the vibrant chaos of Brazil.
Born and raised in war-torn Croatia, influenced by a globetrotting neighbor and an American WWII veteran, Jerry has always harbored a deep-seated yearning for adventure. However, his sudden plunge into fatherhood leaves him adrift, compelling him to seek solace in the unknown.
Brazil offers more than just an escape; it thrusts Jerry into a whirlwind of danger, passion, and moral dilemmas. Deep in the Amazon rainforest, a confrontation with illegal loggers leads to violence and loss, forcing Jerry to confront the darkest aspects of humanity—and himself. Amidst the shadowy allure of Brazilian Voodoo and a tumultuous romance with Paula, a local girl, Jerry finds a fragile peace, only to have it shattered by the complexities of love, loyalty, and the haunting memories of what he’s survived.
As Jerry grapples with the choice between his old life and the new world he’s discovered, Tropics of Heart closes on a cliffhanger that promises readers a saga of transformation, heartbreak, and the relentless pursuit of personal truth. This is the first volume in a trilogy that explores the raw and often painful journey of finding oneself amidst the chaos of the modern age—a testament to the enduring spirit of adventure that defines both the Millennial and Gen Z experience.
Will Jerry choose the life he’s built, or the love that might have been? Dive into the depths of Tropics of Heart to find out.
