RJ Coste is an adjunct professor and theater technician based in New Jersey, with a passion for storytelling that reflects his eclectic life experiences. A scenic artist and former taxi driver, RJ’s work has taken him across New Jersey, New York, and Philadelphia, and his artwork adorns spaces throughout the United States. A true adventurer with a diverse educational background, RJ is dedicated to living authentically and embracing the beauty of the world. In the Air is a testament to his ability to craft raw, honest narratives that capture the complexities of human existence.
In the Air by RJ Coste is a gripping tale of trauma, resilience, and supernatural adventure, following young Ray, born to expatriate professors in Colombia, whose life shatters during a violent terrorist attack that kills his father and leaves his mother lobotomized. Adopted by his uncle Julian and aunt Gabby in Oregon, Ray navigates family dysfunction, drug smuggling, and personal recovery amid vivid backdrops from Bogotá's chaos to the frozen Northwest Territories. As Julian, a reckless cab driver and hunter, delves into dangerous escapades involving cocaine deals, forbidden romances, and spirit-haunted wilderness hunts—culminating in battles with mythical beasts like the Mishipeshu and a vengeful liger—the story weaves themes of loss, redemption, and indigenous mysticism, blending thriller elements with emotional depth as characters confront their demons in a world where human ambition clashes with ancient forces.
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