A generation of children are born without speech, without comprehension, without language entirely. Parents, doctors, opportunist inventors, cult leaders, and vigilantes, recall what they have endured and what they have inflicted on others.
Set against the backdrop of Florida's vibrant coast, the stories in this collection explore characters grappling with loneliness, mortality, and the search for meaning in a changing world. Each tale features unique encounters with diverse figures, such as a tattoo artist and a medicine man, providing insights into their lives. Notable stories include "Tattooizm," where a woman's struggle with a promise reveals deeper truths, and "Space," which confronts grief. Moffett's writing is both humorous and poignant, capturing the complexities of human experience amidst contradictions.