The Chasm Between Us
Getting back out there could mean consequences, both good and ugly. I've seen ugly. But on this side of paradise, I've also seen good.
Loss is no stranger to Sam Cardiff, having lost his grandpa and ex-girlfriend. Now, three years later as a med student, he's confident life is getting back on the right track—until his cat is the victim of a hit and run. Haunted by shame and memories of bad decisions, Sam finds himself in a numbing downward spiral of drinking.
Amidst his grief, he meets optimistic, down-to-earth surfer Gracie Goldstone, and a spark ignites. As they grow closer, Sam learns her past isn't as bright as he imagined. Gracie's has seen beauty but is also raw – as is the shocking truth Sam discovers about them both, forcing him to the edge of faith. He's back in a bad place, but this time it's much darker. To overcome, he will have to embrace what it means to love and be loved.
Set in Melbourne, this contemporary novel is Campbell Anderson's debut and deals with themes of grief, mental illness, the supernatural, Christian faith, family and relationships
Reviews
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"Some stories don’t just entertain — they heal, break you open, and stitch you back together again. The Chasm Between Us is one of those books. It’s not just a novel — it’s an emotional journey through pain, love, and ultimately, redemption." - Jithu, Book Reviewer
"It's messy. It's real. It's the kind of book that lingers after the last page. If you've ever battled your past or questioned your worth, this book will meet you in that chasm - and maybe help you climb out." - Mansi, Book Reviewer
"Campbell has written well for his readers to understand an epic story that didn’t end how I imagine it to. In saying that I was still pleased with the ending. The story tells a good understanding of the struggles people may face, with a bit of romance!" - Reader
"The romance between the two main characters...was raw and undeniably sweet...Their relationship is such a strong aspect of this storyline and Campbell did a great job of capturing those feelings of love." - @george_and_jem_reads, Bookstagrammers
"I thoroughly enjoyed the tone of the book; I found it very hard to put down and finished it in just three sittings. The plot is well-paced, though at first it may seem a bit jumpy between scenes. However, this clever structure all boils down to the author's genius and will make sense when more is revealed about Sam. Campbell has a beautiful way with words and the book is filled with so many amazing analogies." - @brydzandherbooks, Bookstagrammer
"...this isn't your typical romance. It's sweet and sorrowful, with moments that melt your heart followed by ones that bring you to tears... this novel offers a powerful and deeply moving exploration of mental health - how negative thoughts can take hold, and the healing strength that faith can bring." - Charlotte Lobb, author (Hannah and Huia)
Donations to Organisations
I wrote The Chasm Between Us with the intention of igniting hope in the hearts of my readers. I have chosen four mental health organisations (one per quarter) that 15% of royalties will be donated to and whose efforts support good mental health, have good chats about it, and advocate for better mental health resources. Here you can find the organisations that correspond with each quarter of the year.
April, May June - Voices of Hope,
July, August, September - I Am Hope
October, November, December - Kites Trust
January, February, March - yet to be decided
Any changes to this will be updated through my Instagram @campbellanderson_writes, and this section will be updated too. Suggestions of organisations are welcome - please email or DM me