The Empyrean Carousel

For the first time in eBook form, The Empyrean Carousel. The very first novel by D G Jones from 1990.For Luke Hannerman a life time of self-torment has led him to the point of suicide, but when his attempt fails, he encounters a bizarre and sinister being calling himself Angel, who changes his life forever. The Empyrean Carousel is a strange, surreal journey through the realms of human experience, through comedy, tragedy, sex, and death as Angel leads his new charge into worlds of joy, horror and suffering. And on his way, Luke encounters both the living and the dead, an ancient forgotten God, the afterlife in all its darkness, and the infamous Madame Carrion, the cadaverous mistress of the Shadowlands, spun from the light of the moon itself. Yet all the time, his mysterious guide appears to have his own agenda which does not always appear to be in Luke's best interests. The secrets of creation and the secrets of the grave are torn wide open as Luke learns the shattering truth of the nature of existence and what becomes of those who commit suicide.The Empyrean Carousel asks the big question, does life have a meaning and a purpose, or is it just a strange and magical ride we get strapped into and are told to hope for the best..."I can't tell you that life is worthwhile, or even worth living at all. Most of the time it's just bullshit anyway, it's just something that has to be endured. Why should you be the one who checks out early?" Angel smiled and shook his head.Explicit Material: Potentially distressing subject matter, occasional strong violence, and some sado-masochistic scenes.Proofread and transcribed by Sharon DavidsonOriginal 1990 Artwork by Jay RomeroFacebook: Dave TheflayedprinceFor info email: theflayedprince@yahoo.co.ukFollow on Twitter: @theflayedprinceWebsite: www.theflayedprince.co.ukWARNING: This novel was written between 1989/90, perhaps some of my best (and worst) times. It remains perhaps my favourite bit of fiction writing, but as it deals with suicide, it may be very upsetting for some readers. The whole concept of suicide and self-sacrifice are dealt with in a harsh and brutal manner, this was not written due to any religious or moral standpoint, rather, it was from having lost someone in this way which took me a long time to deal with. The Empyrean Carousel was part of my own healing process, and many of the opinions throughout the novel are not my own views, rather they came from pure anger and hurt I felt at the time, though I'm not sure if I even believed them at the time anyway. But I have absolutely no wish to add to the upset and distress to anyone who has lost a loved one in this way, and therefore, would recommend that if you might be offended or disturbed by the contents, you do not purchase. Many thanks, D G Jones.