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Nikki Erlick

    The Poppy Fields
    The Measure
    • The Poppy Fields

      • 308 páginas
      • 11 horas de lectura

      From the New York Times bestselling author of the smash-hit The MeasureRead with Jenna TODAY Show pick—comes a stunning speculative story of healing, self-discovery, forgiveness, and found friendship. Welcome to the Poppy Fields, where there’s hope for even the most battered hearts to heal.Here, in a remote stretch of the California desert, lies an experimental and controversial treatment center that allows those suffering from the heartache of loss to sleep through their pain...and keep on sleeping. After patients awaken from this prolonged state of slumber, they will finally be healed. But only if they’re willing to accept the potential shadowy side effects.On a journey to this mystical destination are four very different strangers and one little dog: Ava, a book illustrator; Ray, a fireman; Sasha, an occupational therapist; Sky, a free spirit; and a friendly pup named PJ. As they attempt to make their way from the Midwest all the way west to the Poppy Fields—where they hope to find Ellis, its brilliant, enigmatic founder—each of their past secrets and mysterious motivations threaten to derail their voyage.A high-concept speculative novel about heartache, hope, and human resilience, The Poppy Fields explores the path of grief and healing, a journey at once profoundly universal and unique to every person, posing the questions: How do we heal in the wake of great loss? And how far are we willing to go in order to be healed?

      The Poppy Fields2025
      3,7
    • The Measure

      • 368 páginas
      • 13 horas de lectura

      Eight ordinary people face an extraordinary choice when they discover a box on their doorstep containing the exact number of years they have left to live. This revelation transforms their lives, compelling them to confront their realities. A couple re-evaluates their relationship, a doctor grapples with his own mortality, best friends navigate intertwined dreams, and a politician finds his fate tied to a societal upheaval. Each character must decide whether to embrace or hide from this new truth, leading to profound reflections on family, friendship, hope, and destiny. The story is enchanting and uplifting, urging readers to live life to the fullest. Critics praise it as a clever, entertaining exploration of life's big questions, offering a heartfelt parable for contemporary times. Despite its chilling premise, the narrative serves as an escape from our own realities, with a sharp lens on real-world issues. The writing is described as beautifully crafted and imaginative, creating a compelling and heart-breaking journey that resonates deeply. Readers are drawn in, unable to stop turning the pages, as the narrative unfolds with both poignancy and insight.

      The Measure2022
      4,0