The Anatomy of Perception

“The Anatomy of Perception, by AJ Rose, is, without a doubt, a thought-provoking, emotional, soul-empowering, book. It will rock you to your core. It will squeeze your guts so tightly, and it will pull on every heartstring. And then…just as quickly, you will be filled with hope that forgiveness is a reachable outcome. That love this powerful will have no choice but to prevail.’”— Amazon Review 

In the beginning, there was wreckage.
Dane Perry’s mother was dead, and the father who always said he’d amount to nothing blamed him. Dane swore he’d become something. He would be someone.

In the middle, there was escape.
Rebuilding his life from the ashes of his mother’s memory, Dane found success as a respected surgeon, and love in the form of Craig Dahl, a talented artist who became his everything.

But there was also darkness, lies, and a crumbling foundation just waiting for the ground to shift.

In the end, there was a spectacular fall, illusions shattered…
…and for Dane, nothing more to lose. He was broken, damaged, and left with fierce demons. But at the bottom, the only direction to go is up. Dane renewed friendships and salvaged his career.

Craig, though, is irreplaceable. But Dane has a plan. Brick by brick, his rebuilt foundation is healthy, stable, and most importantly, honest.

Now all he needs is for Craig to listen one last time.

With a new beginning, there’s hope and whispers of love.

Even if Craig is convinced of his improved state, will Dane be able to prove his love and loyalty never wavered? If so, can Dane resurrect their bond, the beacon of hope that remains his deepest connection?

Tropes:  ❤️‍🩹 Hurt/comfort ❤️‍🩹 Childhood trauma ❤️‍🩹 Second chance ❤️‍🩹 New old flame ❤️‍🩹 Back from the asylum

Content Warning: This book contains vivid descriptions of a mental health breakdown, its aftermath, and the ongoing symptoms of PTSD and events that can cause hyper vigilance and ongoing anxiety. Reader discretion strongly advised.