Break in Case of Emergency: A Novel - Hardcover

“A carefully crafted story that explores the inner lives of ordinary people facing tragic circumstances. . . . Richly layered and powerfully developed. Highly Recommended.” (CM Magazine)

“Believable characters and a lot of heart mark this book.” (Toronto Star)

“With classic Francis wit and emotion, Break In Case of Emergency reveals the intergenerational impact of exclusion and the path to self-acceptance. A guide for any teenager bearing the burden of loss and loneliness.” (Vivek Shraya, author of I’m Afraid of Men and The Boy & the Bindi)

“Populated with believable, lovable and flawed characters, this is a beautiful story about acceptance and learning to love people for who they are—foibles, false eyelashes and all.” (Susin Nielsen, author of We Are All Made of Molecules and The Reluctant Journal of Henry K. Larsen)

“Brian Francis writes with sensitivity, empathy, and humour. The novel’s optimistic heartbeat invites the reader to consider what is family, and it does so with words and passion that can change our world. It. Is. Magic!” (Anthony De Sa, author of Children of the Moon and Barnacle Love)

“I couldn’t put this book down—and these characters stayed with me long after I read the last page. A story about family, friendship, courage, and resilience, this book is both heartbreaking and hopeful. It is also, occasionally, very very funny.” (Robin Stevenson, Stonewall Honor-winning author of Pride)

“An unflinching story of a young woman wrestling with life-or-death questions about her own worth and purpose in the world. Francis is not afraid of the dark, but he also knows when to shine a hopeful, healing light. Beautiful, brave, and blisteringly smart.” (Sarah Henstra, Governor General’s Award-winning author of The Red Word and We Contain Multitudes)

“Raw and touching, painful and hilarious, Break in Case of Emergency is a beautifully written coming of age story that reminds us that hope ultimately springs from forgiveness—of the people who’ve let us down, and more importantly, ourselves.” (Tom Ryan, author of Keep This To Yourself and Way To Go)

“A fabulous book, and highly recommended to those looking for a meaningful read with a dash of lipstick, high heels, and heart.” (Star Spider, author of Past Tense)