Departing Santosa (The Journey to Santosa Book Series)

The sequel to 'The Journey to Santosa.' In this second book of the series, Alex starts to find his footing living under an assumed name among the power brokers of his nation when new revelations expose some of the hopelessness in his situation. As he tries to reconnect with those he cares most about, the secrets of those around him continue to unwind their motives and the reasons for Alex’s arrest, as well as the conditions of his incarceration.The Prime Minister’s death brings Rosa and Manny to the nation’s capital. Their arrival offers hope and new challenges for Alex. Siena has a surprise for Alex that expands his circle of friends. People who know who Alex really is enter his orbit, challenging his future. Alex’s relationship with General Castillo continues to evolve, changing the balance of power between them. Alex’s reunion with family, a long-awaited event, has mixed and lasting results. As everything comes to a head, the question of what Alex will decide to do hangs in the air. Should he try to regain a more solid sense of himself or settle for what is currently possible? At some point, we all have to decide what it means to be happy. Read more