Two boys survive the chaotic upbringing of their mentally ill and alcoholic father. Now men, they must learn to navigate the real world. One son, after being released from prison, tries to find ways to adhere to the teachings of his unstable father, while the other tries to forget those teachings and leave that world behind. Both young men meet people who steer them in different directions. But, the bond of blood is strong, especially when there are voices directing the path. Who will listen and who will fight the voices and the blood?

Another psychological thriller from G. B. Reese which horrifies, amuses, and remains plausible in today’s world.