Bud Fussell

Serenity Bud Fussell

Serendipity, the fifth allegorical, historical novel by Bud Fussell, draws to a close the story of the Shepherd clan. A family of great wealth, achievement and conflict, the Shepherds have exemplified the best and worst of moral virtue, human longing and spiritual seeking. The long saga of this mighty family culminates in the story of twin brothers Johnny and Jimmy. The story follows the brothers against the backdrop of military service and professional sports, recounting their achievements, sacrifices and sorrows, and reveals the choices, heartbreak and triumph of the young woman who loved them both.