"2020 saw a spike in deaths in America, smaller than you might imagine during a pandemic, some of which could be attributed to COVID and to initial treatment strategies that were not effective. But then, in 2021, the stats people expected went off the rails. The CEO of the OneAmerica insurance company publicly disclosed that during the third and fourth quarters of 2021, death in people of working age (18-64) was 40 percent higher than it was before the pandemic. Significantly, the majority of the deaths were not attributed to COVID." --provided by publisher.
Mark Dowd Book order


- 2022
- 2017
Queer and Catholic: A Life of Contradiction
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
This memoir offers a humorous and insightful look at the journey of a gay, working-class boy from Manchester as he navigates the complexities of reconciling his sexuality with his Catholic faith. Through engaging anecdotes and reflections, the author delves into the challenges and triumphs of his identity, providing a unique perspective on love, acceptance, and the intersection of personal beliefs and societal expectations.