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Forty years in the making, A Slice of Souls: 1994 is Kent Deslongchamp's debut novel and the first book in a planned series inspired by decades of journals, memories, photography, and artwork. Blending creative fiction with historical events, the novel transports readers to Denver, Colorado, during a defining moment in LGBTQ+ history.

Narrated by Beau, a loyal and observant dog, the story follows the lives of Frederick Wertheim and his partner, Antonio Pizzo, as they navigate love, friendship, family, and identity against the backdrop of the 1994 Gay Games in New York City, the 25th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, Colorado's Amendment 2, and the ongoing AIDS crisis.

When Frederick's deeply conservative parents lose their California home in a fire and reluctantly move into the couple's home, long-held beliefs are challenged, relationships are tested, and unexpected bonds begin to form.

Through Beau's whimsical, honest, and often humorous observations, readers experience a rich tapestry of unforgettable characters whose lives intersect around issues of homophobia, sexism, women's rights, interracial relationships, chosen family, and the enduring search for acceptance.