Take a Shot

Take a Shot is a novel of self-discovery. It is the story of Dave Stevens and how he has spent his adult life desperately trying to escape from moments in his past that he never moved on from. He chooses drinking to be the tool to get him through each day. Alcoholic bliss is his method of hiding from himself and human connection.
Along the way, he becomes friendly with two female bartenders at his favorite place to drink. The closer he becomes with Tara and Kristi, the more he questions his decision to try and hide from living life.
As he begins to wonder if he could ever have happiness, he realizes that he must face down his inner demons. As he relives his past, he dives deeper into his tailspin of drinking, until his moment of clarity strikes him.
It's only when Dave steps away from his habit, he is able to clearly look at his past and place the blame for events where it belongs. It is when he is able to look at his life truthfully that he can take a shot at life and the happiness he desires.