Bliss

The story follows Harry Joy, a quintessential good guy whose life takes a drastic turn after a heart attack leaves him clinically dead for nine minutes. Upon his return to life, he undergoes a profound transformation, realizing that death can lead to a more authentic existence. Peter Carey weaves a darkly humorous narrative that explores themes of life, death, and the complexities of human experience, challenging the notion of what it means to truly live.