Michael Gesellchen

Will Stark is not your typical hero. On the outside, Will appears to be an all American teenager. On the inside, he's wrestling with his own personal hell, an anxiety disorder and teenage awkwardness he tries to hide by wearing plain t-shirts, short hair, and blending in. He certainly would never consider himself courageous. He finds comfort in faith, but not extremism, like the fire and brimstone types who call small town Millersville home.

Will's disorder has given him certain gifts and catches the attention of Gateway, a group investigating the spiritual realm and paranormal activity. A reluctant recruit, Will, works to overcome his fears and open up, trying to save lost souls and the girl he loves.

The Resurrectionist is a fast paced, absorbing young adult/teen book with plot twists you don't expect. A book where good works to triumph over evil. In Will, we find an unlikely hero who despite his disorder, learns that by relying on love, faith, and believing in himself, he can face seemingly insurmountable odds.… (more)