Publisher's Synopsis
By turns funny, romantic, erotic, and sad, this evocative novel brilliantly recreates the landscape of late adolescence, when friendships seem eternal and loves reincarnate. Set in Arkansas but first published in Amsterdam under the title Clicking Beat on the Brink of Nada, Cody quickly won praise from reviewers and readers across Europe and North America. So beautiful, brave, and ahead of its time that William S. Burroughs was an early fan, Cody remains remarkably current and continues to be unique in coming of age literature. Even if you have read a previous edition, this new version is a must read. It is a complete rewrite and contains an additional thirty-five pages of material incorporated throughout the book. A haunting vision of young friendship shattered by an outrageously cruel world. Keith Hale's novel aches with adolescent first loves. It is tender, funny, and true. - William S. Burroughs Don't overlook Keith Hale's Clicking Beat on the Brink of Nada. Hale commands much of J.R. Ackerley's honesty, intimacy, and ease of style. Real warmth. - Jonathan Williams Clicking Beat is a must. - RFD Poetically evokes the pathos of early friendships and the frailty of adolescent dreams. - The Advocate Keith Hale has given his novel characters with tenderness, wit, and humanity. You should rush to purchase this book-a remarkable novel that deserves wide readership. - Bay Area Reporter Top of the heap of gay fiction. - Gay Community News
