There's a Flying Squirrel in My Coffee

When a fighter pilot who has just broken the sound barrier is suddenly grounded by a terminal cancer diagnosis, his life becomes a different kind of high-stakes mission. Bill Goss’s memoir chronicles the extraordinary and often surreal journey that began when doctors gave him just six months to live, transforming his existence from one of calculated aerial maneuvers to an unpredictable fight for survival against metastatic skin cancer.

Goss’s narrative stands out for its raw, unvarnished perspective, capturing the bizarre juxtaposition of life’s peak achievements with its most profound vulnerabilities. The title’s whimsical imagery hints at the unexpected moments of grace and absurdity that punctuate his medical battle, offering a powerful testament to resilience. Readers drawn to true stories of human endurance and anyone facing a life-altering diagnosis will find a deeply moving and surprisingly hopeful account of navigating the unknown.