Hope in a Time of Dying

Len Leatherwood

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Hope in a Time of Dying

Hope in a Time of Dying

Len Leatherwood

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Description

1994: A medical breakthrough is on the horizon, but for those already living with HIV, it may not come soon enough.

For Hope Winterfield, the AIDS epidemic is no longer just a distant tragedy-it's at her doorstep. When her brother, Robert, a cosmetic surgeon, faces the devastating realities of the disease, she steps in to help him hold together his collapsing practice, his complicated relationships, and his fading hope.

But Robert's struggles extend beyond his diagnosis. His husband, Cody, is charming yet manipulative, threatening everything Robert has built. His business partner, Anthony, is fiercely loyal but hides secrets of his own. Meanwhile, Robert's increasingly erratic behavior adds another layer of mystery to the turmoil, pulling him further from those who love him. Hope not only fights for her brother but must also confront the unresolved wounds of her past. As she balances the needs of her husband, Ben Maxwell, and their three children, she continues to navigate her strained relationship with their mother, whose love comes with unspoken expectations. Caught between duty and old resentments, Hope must finally face her own hurt and regrets, reckoning with the love and loss that have shaped their fractured family.

Just as all seems lost, a groundbreaking treatment offers a sliver of hope. But will Robert live long enough to see it? And will love, family, and loyalty be enough to weather the storm?

A poignant, deeply human novel set against the backdrop of the AIDS epidemic, Hope in a Time of Dying explores resilience, redemption, and the power of love and family in the face of unimaginable loss.

📖 Perfect for readers of The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai, And the Band Played On by Randy Shilts, and Borrowed Time: An AIDS Memoir by Paul Monette.

Critical Reviews

A compelling story of a family's hope in a time of heartbreaking loss and a woman - Hope - learning who she is and who she can be, finding her voice and giving voice to those who are suffering. Richly authentic, uplifting, and deeply imagined, from a writer to watch. - Susan Wittig Albert, NYT's bestselling author and author of Someone Always Nearby: A Novel of Georgia O'Keeffe and Maria Chabot

Len Leatherwood's Hope in a Time of Dying is a beautifully crafted, deeply moving novel that transports readers to the devastating era when AIDS was a death sentence, reshaping families, relationships, and entire communities. With a keen eye for detail and an open heart, Leatherwood explores the intricate bonds of love, loss, and resilience through the unforgettable character of Hope. Leatherwood's storytelling is both tender and unflinching, capturing the complexities of family dynamics with authenticity and grace. - Grace Sammon, award-winning novelist, radio host, and the 2025 recipient of the Indies United Publishing Inspirational Woman in Literature, Media, and Publishing Award.

Len Leatherwood, an accomplished writer, author, therapist, and nationally known, award-winning writing coach, explores vulnerability and courage in Hope in a Time of Dying. Just as she lives from her heart, she writes from the heart in this debut novel. Markedly universal in nature, the story involves complex family dynamic amidst the wreckage of betrayal, illness, and loss, revealing the transformative power of love even when challenges seem insurmountable. - Jeanne Guy, award-winning novelist and Kindle #1 Best Seller of You'll Never Find Us: A Memoir

Len Leatherwood chronicles a volatile tale of her main character Hope's efforts to help her brother with AIDS at a time when life-saving medications are only accessible through a lottery system. As Hope uncovers Robert's business and health challenges, she struggles to maintain her integrity and support her family under the most trying of situations. Leatherwood's eloquent writing exposes the flaws and weaknesses of all involved. You'll find yourself rooting for Hope as she navigates life in-the-moment with life going-forward. This book gives an unflinching view into the world of AIDS and the suffering and challenges of all involved, interspersed with moments of hope and love. Hope in a Time of Dying is a must-read. - Jude Walsh, bestselling author of Post-Divorce Bliss: Ending Us and Finding Me

Hope in a Time of Dying is a story of the unconditional love of a sister for her brother. The one brother who was always there for her in a family rooted in denial. Ride the emotional roller coaster of addiction against the heartbreaking backdrop of the AIDS epidemic of the last century. Meet a woman who fights to change the trajectory of both diseases for herself and her family. - Eileen Harrison Sanchez, award-winning author of Freedom Lessons

Publishing Information

Publisher: Red-Tailed Hawk Publishing
Pub date: 2025-04-29
Length: 278 pages

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