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Threads of Purpose: A Novel (eBook)

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You hate your job—the long hours, the endless paperwork, the quiet realization that none of it brings you joy. And if you’re honest, you’re not even proud of it. You chose it for the perks, the prestige, the money—and for the people who are so proud of you, the partner who brags about you, the life that looks right from the outside.

But what did you do when you were miserable? Did you tell the truth… or did you keep performing?

In Threads of Purpose, Asher Tidwell chooses silence. A promising medical resident in Houston, he’s built a life around expectations—until one decision, made under pressure, leads to his arrest and unravels everything. Stripped of the identity he once hid behind, Asher is forced to confront the truth he’s been avoiding: the life he chose was never really his. In the stillness of confinement, and through unexpected encounters with Buddhist teachings, he begins to see that suffering may not be an end—but an invitation to awaken.

As his world collapses, Asher enters a taboo relationship with his lawyer—a woman twenty years his senior—challenging his understanding of desire, vulnerability, and power. And as the consequences of his actions unfold, he faces a deeper question: if losing everything is the only way to find yourself… is it too late to become who you were always meant to be?

You hate your job—the long hours, the endless paperwork, the quiet realization that none of it brings you joy. And if you’re honest, you’re not even proud of it. You chose it for the perks, the prestige, the money—and for the people who are so proud of you, the partner who brags about you, the life that looks right from the outside.

But what did you do when you were miserable? Did you tell the truth… or did you keep performing?

In Threads of Purpose, Asher Tidwell chooses silence. A promising medical resident in Houston, he’s built a life around expectations—until one decision, made under pressure, leads to his arrest and unravels everything. Stripped of the identity he once hid behind, Asher is forced to confront the truth he’s been avoiding: the life he chose was never really his. In the stillness of confinement, and through unexpected encounters with Buddhist teachings, he begins to see that suffering may not be an end—but an invitation to awaken.

As his world collapses, Asher enters a taboo relationship with his lawyer—a woman twenty years his senior—challenging his understanding of desire, vulnerability, and power. And as the consequences of his actions unfold, he faces a deeper question: if losing everything is the only way to find yourself… is it too late to become who you were always meant to be?

“Threads of Purpose is a gripping and thoughtful novel that seamlessly weaves social commentary, character growth, and spiritual inquiry. The story’s strong pacing, layered foreshadowing, and vivid depiction of Houston—across race, class, and power—create an engaging narrative that confronts injustice while remaining deeply human. Asher’s meditation journey, rich with interior insight and quiet humor, anchors a conclusion that feels both earned and deeply satisfying.” Review by Jeff Stookey, Author of Medicine for the Blues Trilogy

“The novel thoughtfully explores his journey through meditation and self-discovery, capturing the tension between societal expectations and authentic personal fulfillment. While the pacing occasionally leaves deeper character moments understated, the book is a compelling and introspective read that highlights resilience, identity, and the quiet power of transformation.” - Indie Reader Review

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Threads of Purpose Book Themes

  • Unintended Consequences

  • The Power of Meditation

  • Second Chances

  • Taboo Love

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