
Time is precious and you've given me some of yours <3 - Erik Shook

(working title and a work in progress)
Enough friends have requested the chance to read my book that I've built this site to host it. So if you're here it means you are a friend of mine or are about to be, because you're reading whatever bit of my soul has been put into this book.The book draft is finished. I'm still editing and so posting it chapter by chapter gives me the chance to get feedback, or just let you enjoy it. There is no expectation of feedback but it is appreciated!If you are ready to get straight to reading just click the "Just Posted" button above for the most recent posting! Below are a few notes for navigating the website or how to get your thoughts to me.
only slightly more relevant than the story section of a recipe blogTop of each posted chapter I will provide a pdf, epub (for ereaders), and maaaaybe an audiofile. Then you have some options for how to read it if you don't want to just read it on a phone/computer.There will be a link to a comment page where you can send me comments. (Feel free to just text/email me if you prefer)All feedback is helpful! If it's just your enjoyment, your confusion, or your distrust of a certain character, it all matters but there will be some guiding questions if you like.
Table of Contents (to date)
March 29, 2026
March 29, 2026
Fill in the field and hit submit! It will be anonymous unless you put your name down. I'm happy to receive any kinds of comments, general thoughts, parts you felt strongly about etc.If you need some guidance on comments to leave here are some helpful items you can address:1. Were there any parts you had to reread to understand?
2. Was there a point at which you didn't feel like continuing, the story lagged, or you lost interest?
3. Were people and places vivid enough in your mind?
4. Did you read anything problematic or potentially offensive?
5. On a scale of 1-5 how much did you enjoy this chapter?
6. On a scale of 1-5 how eager are you to read the next chapter?
7. Does it remind of you of any other book?
8. Did you notice any inconsistencies or contradictions?

Prologue

Chapter One