Summary of Gravity & Fire, by Bill Gourgey

Dive into the surreal world of 'Gravity & Fire' where reality bends and Josh discovers the power of gravity manipulation. A quirky adventure awaits!

Welcome to Gravity & Fire, the thrilling first act of the Glide Trilogy! If you've ever wondered what happens when you take a little science fiction, inject a dash of fantasy, and throw in some existential crises, look no further. Bill Gourgey gives us a wild ride that flips our everyday understanding of reality upside down-because who needs gravity anyway?

Our protagonist, a not-so-average Joe named Josh (because let's face it, when was the last time you met a hero with a unique name?), finds himself caught in a whirlwind of cosmic drama. If you thought your day job was stressful, just wait until you see what Josh is up against. He's juggling existential angst while trying to fly through a city that doesn't play by normal rules. Spoiler alert: gravity is out to lunch, and things are about to get decidedly weird.

As Josh navigates his not-so-calm life, he stumbles upon the Glide, which is not a fancy yoga move but an intricate phenomenon that allows people to manipulate gravity. That's right-who wouldn't want to float around like a feather in the wind? But with great power comes... well, great gravitational responsibility. We start to see a tapestry of characters, each with their own quirks and desires, all linked through their bizarre ability to glide-and no, sadly there are no dance-offs involved.

Enter the antagonists, who, as is tradition in sci-fi/fantasy, are determined to use these gravity-defying powers for their own evil shenanigans. These aren't your run-of-the-mill villains; they're delightfully complex and provide just the right amount of chaos to keep our hero on his toes (or floating in mid-air).

Josh embarks on a quest to understand his newfound powers while facing moral dilemmas that would give anyone a headache. What happens when you have the power to alter reality? Should you fly away with it, or should you stay grounded and consider the consequences? By the way, get ready for a few massive plot twists that challenge your perception of right and wrong!

From sublime prose to imaginative world-building, Gourgey creates a universe that feels both familiar and completely alien. It's like the universe had too much coffee and is bouncing off the walls, and you get to tag along for the ride.

In conclusion, Gravity & Fire is a thought-provoking, quirky journey into a world where rules don't always apply, and reality is as fluid as Josh's flying skills. Buckle up for a narrative that leaves you questioning the limits of gravity-both literally and figuratively. So, grab your anti-gravity boots and prepare for a tale where nothing is quite what it seems, and yes, you may experience some existential pondering along the way. Remember, if you feel lighter while reading this, it's not a lack of gravity, it's just a really good book!

Maddie Page

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