the Gospel According to Roaches

A team of roaches Led by Clarence, a preacher-like leader, and Petunia, a bold and unapologetic truth-teller, the roaches reveal themselves not as pests-but as divine messengers sent to confront Starr's deepest fears. Through humor, sharp honesty, and unexpected wisdom, they guide him through a series of "sermons" that challenge how he sees himself, love, and his purpose. As Starr is pushed to clean his physical and emotional "temple," face the pain of his past, and step back into the world, he begins a reluctant but powerful transformation. When he meets Tony, a kind and grounded man, Starr is forced to confront his greatest test: the courage to love again despite the risk of being hurt. Blending urban realism with spiritual symbolism and humor, the novel explores themes of healing, faith, resilience, and self-worth. The roaches-symbols of survival and persistence-become unlikely vessels of truth, reminding Starr that even in the darkest spaces, growth is possible. In the end, The Gospel According to the Roaches is a story about choosing life over fear, love over isolation, and light over the shadows.

Pagina's: 115, Paperback, Independently published