Dave Housley Livres

What would you do if a group of your fellow office workers won the lottery? The Other Ones tracks the actions and reactions of multiple characters in the wake of this cataclysmic event, tracing the effect it has on them, for good and bad, over the following year. Some dig in, some quit, some go more than a little crazy. One commits suicide by jumping off the roof of the office, then returns as a ghost to haunt the winners. Funny, tragic, and real, The Other Ones shines a light on our contemporary relationships to money, work, and one another.

In this darkly funny novella, two aging men arrive at their old factory to wait for their jobs to come back, believing the promises of Donald Trump's campaign. In a pair of lawn chairs, they keep watch over the abandoned site, echoing the president's words and weathering the disorientation that follows, from visions of a dinosaur and a hovering UFO to the opportunistic violence of a white nationalist influencer. A swift meditation on the brute force of words, with all the comedy and urgency of Dave Housley's expert wit.

Exploring the themes of growing up and aging, this work delves into the nuanced emotions of quiet desperation and fleeting triumphs experienced throughout life. Music serves as a powerful lens, highlighting how it shapes personal journeys and reflects the complexities of human experiences. The narrative weaves together poignant moments, illustrating the profound impact of melodies and rhythms on the evolving self.

Exploring themes of sacrifice and resilience, the narrative delves into the struggles of its characters as they confront darkness in their lives. The story weaves a gripping tale of love, loss, and the human spirit's capacity to endure. With rich character development and emotional depth, it invites readers to reflect on the profound impact of choices and the quest for redemption. The compelling plot and evocative writing make it a captivating read that resonates long after the final page.