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House of Giral follows a woman orphaned as a child who sets out on a quest to rediscover her forgotten memories, only to uncover her family’s dark history. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
Inspiration for the setup came from three different sources. Firstly, the vision of a girl whose life had become traumatically and tragically ‘interrupted’ took flight from the borderline personality depicted by Angelina Joli in the movie GIRL INTERRUPTED.
The idea of her trauma as LATENT genomic imprinting past forward from a previous life arose out of source material readings, especially those of archetypal origin (Jung, Freud, Hesse, Tao) and accumulated psychedelic research (Leary, Harvard Medical Program, Neuroplasticity)
Last but not least, spiritual inspiration, which guided the adventure, came from divination systems like Tarot, Astrology, and Kaballah, significantly so as they relate to the identity plight and challenges faced by an orphan.
What are some things that you find interesting about the human condition that you think make for great fiction?
The first is that distinction made between latent and manifest, that which is consciously known, subconsciously recognized through dream or song, and that which is unconsciously suspected.
The second interesting aspect is the dynamic interplay that exists in the soul between often competing and opposing forces of light and darkness, how the lives of each of our fictional characters seem synchronically bent from the get-go towards fulfilling a collective destiny.
The characters in House of Giral are extraordinarily complex. What is your process for creating such in-depth characters?
The simple answer requires only becoming attuned to unconscious archetypes. A more complex awareness, however, beckons a much richer understanding of the mechanics and metaphysics manifesting through the autobiographical muse itself.
What is the next book that you are working on, and when will it be available?
Too early to say. Lots of connective ideas in the workings. Maybe down the road, a sequel will arise, or if reader responses are most favorable, perhaps a movie script.
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House of Giral
Immersing readers into an intricately-woven universe of suspense, mystery, psychology, and resilience, Mark Lawrence Latowsky’s House of Giral traces the profound journey of Dr. Jennifer Hart—often known as “Jo”—as she navigates the labyrinth of her own memory and identity. With elements of her past life, dreams, and unsettling experiences shadowing her at every step, Jo courageously confronts haunting echoes of abuse, ultimately finding empowerment through self-understanding and support from those around her.
Centered around the captivating character of Jo, a dedicated Jungian psychologist, this psychological thriller addresses a multitude of compelling themes, such as the trauma inflicted by her abusive father, Pablo Giral, explorations with psychedelics, the nuances of insanity, and a keen juxtaposition of the present era and the 1920s. Above all, Latowsky delves into the complexities of a woman’s journey to confront and embrace her repressed fears and desires.
A particularly captivating aspect of this narrative lies in its integration of Jungian psychology—more specifically, the theories of Carl Gustav Jung. Jo’s psychological quest is one of individuation, in which she assimilates her fears and endures grueling experiences that reveal intricate facets of her psyche. The author’s execution of these themes invites readers to traverse the mindscape not just of Jo but also of a vibrant array of characters. Moreover, Latowsky skillfully intertwines the storylines of characters across different epochs, thus providing an intriguing commentary on the influences and interplay of various eras.
Another commendable facet of House of Giral is its immersive realism, vividly depicted through details such as test results and fingerprint images that lend the narrative a strikingly lifelike dimension.
Brimming with enthralling themes and a dynamic cast of characters, House of Giral stands as an excellent choice for aficionados of psychological murder mysteries, as well as those intrigued by spiritual themes such as past lives, numerology, and tarot card reading. With its intricate exploration of psychology, memory, and resilience, this book offers a captivating and thought-provoking reading experience.
Pages: 333 | ASIN: B0BWML96SX
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