California's Over

Exploring themes of legacy and family dynamics, the story follows Baelthon, a young narrator tasked with clearing out the estate of the late poet James Farmican. As he sorts through the remnants of the past, he uncovers a tangled web of family mysteries, including the peculiar disappearance of Farmican's ashes and an unfinished novel that hints at deeper truths. Amidst the chaos, Baelthon encounters dark humor and the struggles of Farmican's son, who seeks redemption through an opera project. The narrative weaves through the family's complex history and their move to the Nevada desert.