The Afterlives
by Thomas Pierce
384 pages· ISBN 9780399573002
About
"Ridiculously good" (The New York Times) author Thomas Pierce's debut novel is a funny, poignant love story that answers the question: What happens after we die? (Lots of stuff, it turns out). Jim Byrd died. Technically. For a few minutes. The diagnosis: heart attack at age thirty. Revived with no memory of any tunnels, lights, or angels, Jim wonders what--if anything--awaits us on the other side. Then a ghost shows up. Maybe. Jim and his new wife, Annie, find themselves tangling with holograms, psychics, messages from the beyond, and a machine that connects the living and the dead. As Jim and Annie journey through history and fumble through faith, they confront the specter of loss that looms for anyone who dares to fall in love. Funny, fiercely original, and gracefully moving, The Afterlives will haunt you. In a good way.
Discuss The Afterlives with other readers
Join or start a book club for The Afterlives on Readfeed. Live chat, shared reading progress, and AI discussion questions — free to get started.
Frequently asked questions
How do I join a book club for The Afterlives?
Sign up free on Readfeed, then browse public clubs or start your own club with The Afterlives as the current read. Invite friends with a share link and discuss together with live chat and AI discussion questions.
Can I discuss The Afterlives with other readers online?
Yes. Readfeed book clubs let you chat live, share progress, and join discussions about The Afterlives with readers worldwide — whether your club is virtual, in-person, or hybrid.
Is Readfeed free?
Yes. Creating an account and joining book clubs is free. Sign up to find readers who love the same books and start discussing today.