In the vibrant city of Guadalajara, David seeks solace from his troubled past, aiming to forge a fresh start. Amidst the colourful chaos, he finds an unexpected companion in a loyal friend grappling with HIV, a constant reminder of life's fragility. But fate takes a sharp turn when David crosses paths with a charismatic male stripper, captivating yet haunted by addiction and HIV.
Driven by compassion, David embarks on a mission to support his newfound acquaintance, offering unwavering assistance despite the man's reluctance. As their worlds collide and intertwine, David is confronted with the complexities of friendship, love, and the relentless grip of addiction. However, despite David's best efforts, the male stripper's battle with addiction proves insurmountable, and he succumbs to its ravages.
DAVID J COOPER has been a manager, training coordinator, care officer, English teacher and director of an English school in Mexico. He has stroked a crocodile in Africa, met a Hollywood legend, and eaten grasshoppers. Over the years, he has fought many battles but no one has ever broken his soul. With every obstacle that he has to face, he becomes stronger, wiser and more courageous. Originally from England, he now lives in a small town in Mexico with his three dogs: Chula, Sooty and Benji. His own personal paranormal experiences inspired him to write a six part series about a female paranormal investigator. He has also written other books which are all available on Amazon and Kindle. He is recognised in the Best Poems and Poets 2012 for his one and only poem God's Garden. You can find out more about David and his work at: http: //davidjcooperauthorblog.wordpress.com