The Sojourners

A Journey of Self Discovery, 80s beats, and European streets "Hughes... transforms this meandering tale into one of complex depictions of human compassion. A charming, soulful entry into a popular (and often disappointing) genre." - Kirkus Reviews "Hughes gives us beautiful sentences and finely crafted imagery throughout, with a comforting cadence in his prose..." - Self Publishing Review Fresh from a zig-zag cross country tour of the US, three bright-eyed twenty-somethings arrive in London, sure they'll launch successful careers in music videos. Nope.When reality hits, they separate, each going off on his own adventures. For Mike, the rich historical backdrop of his travels and unexpected encounters with colorful characters open him to deeper insights and lessons to be learned outside his American bubble.Time-stamped with poetry and lyrics of the music of the 80s, Mike navigates old city cobblestones with his own unanticipated revelations that leave indelible marks. It's a wild ride of self-discovery, the deeper lessons of growing up and the beauty of life.