We are surrounded by a world where what meets the eye barely scratches the surface of what truly lies beneath. What is apparent is often a diluted, simplified version of the hidden complicated layers, just waiting to be explored.
As we dig deeper into these unseen layers, we learn more about how they shape our understanding of the world. This applies to nature, science, art, humans, and almost everything we perceive.
In Nature and Relationships
We have already established that what we see is not entirely the complete story. Take nature, for example; trees and sand create entire ecosystems teeming with life, both seen and unseen.
Similarly, in relationships, people are not just their outward behaviors or appearances. All of us have our own hidden depths, histories, dreams, fears, etcetera, which thoroughly influence who we are.
Take the time to truly understand these layers. Then, you can cultivate deeper connections and empathy for others. This notion is brilliantly exemplified in Ace Bryann’s thriller, “False Impressions,” highlighting how relationships can be surrounded by lies, deception, and (of course) false impressions. This sequel to “Pictures Don’t Lie” throws us back into the challenging world of Derek Landino, now the reigning monarch over the small, politically fraught, European microstate of Calina. Derek is happily engaged to his beloved Christine; nevertheless, he is encased in a dangerous environment riddled with corruption, a potent history of revolution, a haunting legacy of poverty, and the constant threat of assassination attempts.
On the surface, you might perceive Derek as the powerful king and his brother Nicola, who arrives unexpectedly into Derek’s and Christine’s lives, as the reckless prince. But as you peel back the layers, you uncover a complex web of emotions, intentions, and hidden agendas.
After a distressing phone call, Nicola is forced to leave his life in New York City behind and plunge headfirst into the dark world of Calina politics. He faces a transformation fueled by love for the ambitious politician Taya Mariano, which forces him to confront a dangerous crossroads that could put her in mortal danger.
Ace Bryann’s layered novels explore the blurred lines between good and evil. They leave us questioning: Can some characters be guilty of both?
The world is not just what we see. It is like an iceberg – the visible part is just a fraction of the entirety.
Will Derek be able to uncover the truth and distinguish friend from foe?
Read False Impressions by Ace Bryann today and find out.
