Pater

By Seren Idik

pa-ter
/ˈpādər,ˈp dər/
noun
father.

Matthew Crowe's, a single father in his early 30s, life is shattered when Starstruck Mall, a project designed by his late wife, Eriyon, collapses in a tragic disaster. Overwhelmed by grief and guilt, Matthew's world spirals into chaos, culminating in a DUI and a court-mandated 100 hours of community service. With his young daughter, Hina, in the care of her grandparents, Matthew feels lost and aimless.

When he meets Sage, a dedicated volunteer and survivor of the mall collapse, Matthew sees an opportunity for redemption and relief. While Sage helps him navigate his community service, she remains unaware of the full extent of his connection to the disaster. As their relationship develops, Sage uncovers the painful truth about Eriyon's role in the collapse, leading to a dramatic confrontation that forces Matthew to face his past and the painful reality of his loss.

Through this emotional reckoning, Matthew learns to let go of his search for another Eriyon and instead focuses on what truly matters: being a present and loving father to Hina. As he begins to rebuild his life and embrace the future, Matthew finds hope and renewal in unexpected places.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DFHJBMTY
• ISBN13: 9798337550787
• Release Date: August 2024
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"