The Ruin Season

Jake Leonard, a nearly 40-year-old man grappling with bipolar disorder and a troubled past, leads a solitary life in the rural South while trying to support his 19-year-old girlfriend, Nikki, the sheriff's daughter, as she spirals deeper into addiction. Their tumultuous relationship takes a turn for the worse amidst drug abuse and personal tragedies, leading Jake to reconnect with his ex-wife, Michelle, igniting old feelings while navigating the dangers of their past. As chaos unfolds with confrontations and revelations, Jake is forced to confront his inner demons in a gripping tale reminiscent of the works of Cormac McCarthy and other contemporary authors.