Publisher's Synopsis
Creating the Bastard follows the emotionally raw and introspective journey of TJ, a man in therapy who confronts the harsh reality of his troubled past and how it shaped the broken man he has become. Through a series of therapy sessions, TJ dives deep into his painful memories-heartbreak, betrayal, and moments of weakness that led him to treat women with bitterness and distrust. His toxic relationships and unresolved trauma have not only damaged his own life but have also left behind children-'bastards'-who are now the legacy of his emotional turmoil.
The novel explores themes of regret, self-awareness, and the consequences of unchecked pain. As TJ navigates his darkest memories, from his first love to the mistakes that haunted his adult life, he comes to realize that his actions have perpetuated a cycle of hurt and abandonment. The story is a raw examination of how personal failures can ripple across generations, and whether redemption is possible for a man who feels he's lost himself-and those he loves-along the way.
