Truth, by Omission

Name: Truth, by Omission
Brand: Blackstone Audiobooks
Availability: InStock
Author: Daniel Beamish
ISBN: 9781982544331

Author: Daniel Beamish

Narrator: Dion Graham

Unabridged: 10 hr 16 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Blackstone Publishing

Published: 07/02/2019

Categories: Fiction, Literary Fiction

Synopsis

The first casualty is truth.A heart-wrenching saga set on three continents, over four decades, Truth, by Omission seamlessly intertwines factual events of recent times in Africa with a compelling set of contemporary fictional circumstances.After surviving a desperate childhood of lawlessness and violence, Alfred Olyontombo makes his way to a refugee camp while Rwanda’s genocide rages behind him. His knowledge of local languages catches the attention of an idealistic young doctor who opens the door to a whole new life for Alfred. Seizing the chance, he moves forward, embracing the American dream and becoming a respected physician married to a successful lawyer in Colorado. However, his new life comes to a screeching halt when the transgressions of his youth come back to haunt him.With his future hanging in the balance, Alfred is forced to face the misdeeds—and the nemesis—which he had hoped that time had buried forever. But is it too late for the truth to matter? And which version of the truth can save him?

About Daniel Beamish

Daniel Beamish, tempted into politics by his interests in social issues and public service, was elected three times to municipal council in Ottawa, Canada. During this time, he wrote a weekly information and opinion column in the community newspaper. Leaving politics to pursue creative endeavors, he spent another decade working as a professional model and part-time actor. When not writing, Beamish currently spends his time enjoying the achievements of his family and volunteering locally in Ottawa where he continues to live. Truth, by Omission is his first novel.

About Dion Graham

Dion Graham is an award-winning narrator named a “Golden Voice” by AudioFile magazine. He has been a recipient of the prestigious Audie Award numerous times, as well as many other awards. He is also a critically acclaimed actor who has performed on Broadway, off Broadway, internationally, in films, and in several hit television series, including HBO’s The Wire and A&E’s The First 48.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Ruben on July 31, 2019

Can you ever truly outrun your past? Does that past define who you are? I'm still stunned by the emotions that went through me as I finished this book. Mr. Beamish has skillfully written a truly engaging and emotionally impacting story that will linger with the reader long after the last page has bee......more

Goodreads review by Nancy on August 02, 2019

I received an ARC of this novel from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This novel details the brutal life of a child born in Rwanda who escapes brutality but is forced into situations that require him to participate in bloodshed. He finds a mentor, works hard to become educated, finds love......more

Goodreads review by Afalconer on September 24, 2019

Very well written. This book demonstrates the rawness of human emotion. A testament to the power of evil and the power of kindness. It captures the sheer degradation of a human spirit. And yet, there is a thread of hope throughout the novel that I clung to as I kept reading. I could not help but fee......more

Goodreads review by John on August 08, 2019

Powerful, penetrating and poignant!! Like life is, itself sometimes, "Truth by Omission" is neither easy nor pleasant. But Beamish, and his protagonist, tackle this dark and pain-filled subject-matter with courage, candour and grace, and I was both shaken and moved by their efforts. Bad things do ha......more

Goodreads review by Keith on July 21, 2019

Just finished reading "Truth by Omission" by Daniel Beamish. It is a thought provoking, compelling and engaging read - and is almost to impossible to put down. It weaves a story that too many of us need to understand - particularly in 2019. Thanks to the author for putting together such a strong and......more

Quotes

“Dion Graham’s powerful narration of this beautifully written story…Graham’s voice and tone evoke pathos as he portrays Alfred, whose fate is in limbo. Graham’s storytelling is suspenseful…[and] his evocative performance and fine vocal characterizations make listeners reflect on the 1994 Rwandan genocide.” AudioFile

“A riveting saga spanning continents with an important message for our troubled times.” Vikas Swarup, author of Slumdog Millionaire

“A powerful novel about the fragility of life…Beamish tells an extraordinary and important story about a period most readers know nothing about. The twists will shock you, and you’ll need to read this stunning novel with tissues in hand.” Jennifer S. Brown, author of Modern Girls