American Maniac
American Maniac by Kevin Brown is a work of fiction published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on May 21, 2017. This edition spans 246 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows officer Arieus Hatch, who, after being found innocent in the shooting death of a 16-year-old, finds himself incarcerated for an unrelated charge. In jail, he is compelled to share a cell with Pete Turner, a man appealing a previous conviction. Their initial conflicts give way to a deeper connection as Arieus begins to recount his life story.
Readers will discover a raw exploration of pain, trauma, and dysfunction as Arieus reveals the incidents that shaped him into what he refers to as an “American Maniac.” The story delves into themes of urban life and the complexities of human relationships, particularly in the context of incarceration. Through his interactions with Pete, Arieus confronts his past and the circumstances that led him to this point, offering a poignant reflection on the struggles faced by individuals in similar situations.
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After being found innocent in the shootings death of a 16 year old black kid, officer Arieus Hatch finds himself in jail for an unrelated charge. Due to jail overcrowding, he’s force to share a cell with Pete Turner(American Boy), who is appealing a previous conviction. While initially the two Men clash over obvious reasons, eventually they settle their differences. It’s then where Arieus finds the strength to spill out his life story to Pete. Filled with pain, trauma and dysfunction, he vividly details some of the countless incidents that turned him into an American Maniac
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