A Novel by Kenneth Gorman
I Was
Compelled
Kenneth Gorman
Injured in Iraq, Drew Baxter returns home carrying invisible wounds — emotional scars that fracture relationships and ignite conflict, despite his best intentions.
With the steady love of his future wife in Lavallette, New Jersey, he finds an unexpected path toward peace, healing, and a renewed sense of self.
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The Story
About the Book
Injured in Iraq, Drew Baxter returns home carrying wounds that cannot be seen — emotional scars that fracture his relationships and ignite workplace conflicts, despite his most sincere efforts to move forward.
Struggling to find his footing in a world that feels foreign after combat, Drew's path to healing begins unexpectedly. With the steady and compassionate support of his future wife, he gradually discovers peace — a peace rooted in the quiet coastal beauty of Lavallette, New Jersey.
I Was Compelled is a story about the human spirit's capacity to endure, adapt, and ultimately find grace in the most unexpected places.
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Meet Kenneth Gorman
Ken grew up in the Bronx, attended Cardinal Hayes High School, and graduated from Manhattan University. He served two years in the U.S. Army before building a distinguished career spanning several leading financial companies.
A proud father of four and grandfather of nine, Ken has recently relocated from Morristown, New Jersey to Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida — where he brings the same dedication to his writing as he has to every chapter of his remarkable life.
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“A moving and deeply honest account of what many veterans face when they return home. Kenneth Gorman writes with compassion and authenticity. Drew's journey r...”
Margaret T.
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“I Was Compelled is a powerful story that doesn't sugarcoat the struggles of readjusting to civilian life after serving in Iraq. The characters feel real and ...”
Robert L.
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“Ken Gorman captures the internal battles of a veteran beautifully. The setting in Lavallette, New Jersey feels like a character in itself. A quiet, powerful ...”
Patricia H.
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