The Hour I First Believed by Wally Lamb
The novel follows the life of Caelum Quirk, a high school teacher who relocates to Colorado with his wife, Maureen, a nurse. Their lives are shattered by the Columbine High School massacre, which Maureen survives but is deeply traumatized by. As they struggle to cope with the aftermath, Caelum uncovers family secrets and confronts his own past, leading to a journey of self-discovery and healing. The story explores themes of trauma, resilience, and the search for meaning in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 700-800
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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