Description
The book 'October 21st' consist of 21 stories told in October when Jack was released from prison. The book has its settings in Akwa-Cross, with myriads of faceless characters whose lives and daily activities reflect on the different societal ills and mental health challenges. This work of fiction points a searchlight on police brutality, sexual molestation, burglary, kidnapping, abuse of political offices, victim-blaming, mob action, jungle justice, various forms of child abuse, revenge, gang wars, a political coup, life in prison, inmates torture, civil unrest, etc.It is a crime thriller with lots of foreshadowing, flashbacks, suspense and twist that can place a person in a position of a crime detective while trying to unravel the mysteries in this story. It is the kind of book to take one through different phases of life while sitting on an armchair with lots of snacks to spice up the ride.This book is intrinsically valuable for intending parents and those who hope to understand the psychology of a child. It is also an indispensable tool to showcase how emotional negligence promotes crime. October 21st is indelibly valuable for people going through depression, social anxiety, emotional emptiness, rejections of all kinds, self-esteem struggles and those who feel like they have no place in this world.