Inspired by true events, this novel shares the story of two boys, one from a wealthy Jewish family in British Columbia, and the other from a remote Indigenous community in Northern Manitoba, who have nothing in common except the one stable and committed relationship that impacted their lives. Spanning 20 years, from the beginning of the millennium in 2000 to the height of the global pandemic in 2020, their experiences show how one person can change another's destiny with unexpected and, sometimes, tragic consequences.

Rescuing Ethan and Gabe is a testament to the importance of empathy, resilience, and the profound impact one individual can have on the lives of others. Through its nuanced exploration of complex emotional landscapes and the enduring bonds forged through shared experiences, it offers a compelling and thought-provoking read, leaving a lingering impression long after the final page is turned. - Printed Word Reviews

Content Warning: This novel contains descriptions and themes that may be triggering to some readers. Topics include abuse, addiction, mental illness, suicide, coarse language, and the colonization and the legacy of Canadian residential school. Please read with care.

Erik H Marks is an author, teacher, and child advocate. He has spent the past 30 years working with vulnerable children, youth and families living in the most challenging circumstances, both in Canada and abroad. Domestically, Erik has helped on the frontline of crisis intervention in the child and adolescent psychiatric units of hospitals and inside of group homes in Quebec and Ontario, as well as having directed summer camps in central Canada and the Maritime provinces. He is currently a manager in the child welfare sector and a university lecturer. When Erik is not writing, he enjoys boating, scuba diving and spending time with his two daughters. He has been published in several academic journals on child protection topics, but Rescuing Ethan and Gabe is his first work of fiction.