Three schizoaffective manic episodes drove the author of "Icarus Redeemed", a true story, down the rabbit hole of madness, into a world rife with demons, saints, and delusions of grandeur; depression drove him to the edge of a cliff, where he stood precariously, one short step away from his demise. Whether you have a mental disorder, are a friend or family member of someone who does, are a health worker, or are just plain curious, "Icarus Redeemed" is a story of hope in the face of unimaginable adversity that will give you new insights into the world of mental illness.