Things That Go Dark in the Light

Things That Go Dark in the Light is a deeply human exploration of grief, injustice, and rediscovery.

David Patterson, a professor reeling from the death of his wife, escapes his unraveling life in Massachusetts by accepting a nonprofit assignment in El Salvador. Immersed in a country torn by civil war, David finds himself surrounded by unforgettable characters-activists, survivors, soldiers, and strangers-and witnesses both tragedy and resistance.

As he navigates unfamiliar terrain, both poli...