Vegas Goodbye
By Donna M. Cramer
 
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About the book:
Amid the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas, two broken souls collide in a powerful story of grief, connection, and redemption.
 
Debra, a grieving widow, is unable to move beyond the loss of her husband. John, a heartbroken father, is reeling from the overdose death of his son. Both arrive in Las Vegas with the same devastating purpose: to end their lives. After all, Las Vegas has a suicide rate 50% higher than the national average, earning it the grim nickname “the suicide capital of America.”
 
Their chance encounter sparks an unexpected connection, even as each keeps their pain carefully hidden.
 
But their path is soon shadowed by Jim, a mysterious and menacing figure who seems to haunt John. Is Jim a real threat, or a terrifying projection of John’s inner demons?
 
As Debra and John grow closer, they must confront not only their pasts and their guilt but also the darkness that follows them. Through each other, they begin to discover the possibility of healing—and the fragile, flickering light of hope.
 
In the city of illusions, Vegas Goodbye is a story that reminds us, even in our darkest moments, the chance for a new beginning may be just one heartbeat away.
 
About the Author:
Donna M. Cramer is a retired special education teacher who lives in Massachusetts. For over 20 years, she worked with young children with special needs, from preschool through first grade.
While working in the classroom, Donna sustained a life-altering brain injury. During her recovery, she discovered a love for writing, especially in those early days when expressing herself through speech was a struggle.
 
Today, she stays busy writing, practicing yoga, and walking along the beach. She shares her life with her husband and their two Maine Coon cats, all of whom played an important part in her healing with their steadfast love.
 
Donna wants everyone to know that there is always hope. Even when it feels like a distant, faraway glimmer—hope is always there.
 
Content Warning
This book contains themes and depictions related to suicide, suicidal ideation, drug abuse, overdose, grief, and loss.
Reader discretion is advised. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, please reach out for help immediately.
You can contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the United States by calling or texting 988, or visit 988lifeline.org.
For help with drug abuse, addiction, or overdose, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). This free, confidential, 24/7 helpline can connect you with treatment resources and support.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a drug overdose, call 911 right away.
Take care of yourself and consider whether this content is right for you at this time.
 
Paperback:  978-1-959681-97-7 
eBook: 978-1-959681-98-4 
Hardcover: 978-1-959681-99-1