The Prophet of Central Park - Paperback

by P. C. Burhenne (Author)

In a near-future America fractured by court rulings, culture wars, and open carry laws, one young man's escape from religious extremism propels him into a national firestorm.

After fleeing his rigid evangelical community in Kentucky, Caleb Ellison arrives in New York City only to uncover a family secret-an erased uncle who lived boldly and openly as a gay art dealer. Soon after this, when Caleb intervenes in an organized attack on an abortion rights event, his viral actions thrust him into the spotlight-and into the center of America's culture wars.

Luckily he is not alone. A chance encounter with Tawana Johnson, a magnetic street performer/preacher with an uncanny gift for insight, leads Caleb toward a deeper reckoning.

As media, government, and ideological factions close in, Caleb must choose between safety and conviction, silence and engagement. With Tawana's fiercely compassionate guidance, he begins to understand that faith without doubt can become something altogether different-zealotry.

Profound, provocative, and beautifully told, The Prophet of Central Park is a powerful exploration of belief, identity, and the fragile hope of unity in a divided nation.

Perfect for readers drawn to questions of faith, justice, and self-exploration in a time of political and spiritual upheaval.