Trip-inducing paintings, an amphibious tour bus, an old RV and assorted donuts. ABSTRACTION is a quirky, fast-paced story of artists, villains and accidental heroes. With the lush Pacific Northwest as a backdrop a famous artist abruptly changes her painting style and discovers that art can be more powerful than she had ever imagined. Wren Willow Hendrix's new work provokes, and attracts some unintended attention. While a Homeland Security agent is trying to track her down, Wren discovers she has a more immediate adversary. Hate-spewing cult preacher, Reverend Billy Joe Bobb, has become fixated on Wren. He declares her work to be inspired by the Devil, and his sole purpose is to find Wren and destroy her and her paintings. Wren's best friend and fellow artist, Julia Burlow, wants to protect Wren from her pursuers. She also thinks it would be a great idea to present these unusual paintings to the world. Julia's actions create chaos, inspire awe, and place her in harms way. But, Julia's desire to share Wren's paintings also brings about the bonding of an unlikely band of players. Sam Weis's debut novel, ABSTRACTION, pulls you into the action and makes you glad you came along.