Life, and Death, and Giants was a captivating read following the story of Gabriel Fisher, who was born weighing 18lbs and grew to nearly 9 feet tall. More importantly than being a story of one extraordinary man, this is the story of how certain events can affect an entire community, and how no life is linear.

I found this book difficult to read until about halfway, and then I couldn’t put it down. Many inconsequential details were added to paint a picture of the community that slowed down the pace, but once I had the full picture in mind, I saw that this book was a masterpiece.

The story is told from multiple points of view, each telling a passage of time. I found some POVs, especially those from sports coaches, unrelatable and challenging to understand due to my lack of knowledge on the subject. However, the point of the story is not lost during these chapters.

Around halfway through the book, the storytelling shifted from recounting the past to driving the plot forward. This book kept me up until 3 a.m. to finish, and I realized I had become quite fond of the cast. Their triumphs and trials will sit with me for a long time.

Life, & Death, & Giants is set to release on September 9, 2025 and is available for preorder.