Slightly South of Dust edition by Scott Bowers Literature Fiction eBooks
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Slightly South Of Dust is set in April, 1997 as three friends embark on their annual trip to Panama City Beach, FL.
The protagonist and narrator of the story, Chaz Wilson is the youngest of four boys, born and raised in the fictional Alexander, GA. On the trip are his best buddy from high school, Roan Bishop and Wilson's on again, off again, on again, high school sweetheart, Jilly Branham. They are going to meet other members of the Alexander Central High Class of 1987, Kaelyn Peters, Sarah Hopper and their boyfriends for what they hope will be an enjoyable trip to America's Gulf Coast and one of the south's largest party cities.
The now 28 year old friends experience a shocking tragedy and Wilson's decisions to seek revenge will forever alter his life.
Slightly South of Dust edition by Scott Bowers Literature Fiction eBooks
To review a 1st novel from a rookie author is a tricky process. There is no previous body of work to go back to & reference for context or to observe the author's growth. You also have to rely strictly on the story presented to be a complete work. In both regards, Scott Bowers, succeeds with his 1st novel. To be fair to this rookie effort I read the story once at normal pace & the 2nd time with a critical eye. My review will be more of the critical so as to stay as objective as possible.The protagonist of this story, Chaz Wilson, is an every man we all can see some of ourselves in. If you came of age in the late 70s into the 80s & found your adulthood into the 90s, then you'll identify with this story & with it's unlikely cast of characters thrown into a dark corner of reality that sadly is all too real. His on again off again girlfriend/best friend Jillian, or Jilly as we come to know her, reminds us of that relationship we might have had that just seemed like it would always be. And the best friend Roan, who everybody had at one time or another, rounds out the central cast. A small crew going on their annual road trip to a Gulf Coast party town is about as average a story as one can imagine. It's how the author slowly & deliberately begins a decent into choices made by the characters that have ramifications right up to the final pages.
The challenge is to be patient & allow the story to unfold. The author takes the 1st few chapters to set everything up nicely. From the music he so deftly describes & weaves into some of the scenes to the settings the characters find themselves in, the imagination can paint an easy picture. There are moments when the reader wants the story to just get going to be frank. But patience rewards you with plenty of thrills once things get rolling. As the ensemble cast of motley characters expands, the uneasy feeling for what will go wrong & how grows. And once a few central events unfold you are hooked. The only thing you want is to see just how some very ordinary people, from rather mundane anonymous lives, will respond.
The author also treats us to flashbacks sprinkled throughout the story. Just when you are grasping for context to explain an action he gives it you. Some of the flashbacks are tales of sweet child innocence while others in all probability will remind the reader of some seminal moments that shaped their lives as well. we also find the main character being marginalized in many flashbacks. That would be the biggest criticism as it hits all to close to home for many of us in that time of our lives. Many of the flashbacks also paint a fairly accurate picture of the time period. From the graphic depictions of sex that can be found early & often to some moments of violence that paint the protagonist in a completely different light, this novel is not for the faint of heart or easily offended. So leave the chastity belts off as you delve into this world. To read some of the passages is to remind us all that we were young, reckless, & stupid once.
For me I most enjoyed the exploration of the relationship between Chaz & Jilly. You'll have to read it to find out how it unfolds for yourself. But I found myself constantly thinking back to those years of my own life & seeing myself in those very situations. I seems the author was inside my head & near perfectly described how a relationship I had with a young lady became a central theme of my late teens into my early 20s. That's how easy a read these moments in the book are. Once some conflicts are introduced into the relationship I found myself torn between what was the present for Chaz & Jilly & what I wanted to eventually be. Clearly years of experience working for newspapers taught the author how to weave a story. He paints a visual image we can put to headlines on most evening newscasts or true crime stories. And in my humble view a rather tender love story is always just beneath he surface.
From the all important 1st paragraph that sets the tone to the adrenaline filled finish, I'm not disappointed. Some of the detail is reminiscent of Jeffrey Deaver. And once things get going the pace of the action can bring to mind Robert B. Parker's Spenser novels. As a complete story in my mind's eye I see a film noir mystery set under the ever present humidity of the American south. Is it a perfect story? No. Does it have moments that will leave the reader asking for just a little more or less detail? Yes. But the most important question to ask is... Does this story leave the reader satisfied & wanting more? An absolute unqualified yes! And isn't that what we all want in a good story?
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Slightly South of Dust edition by Scott Bowers Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews
I enjoyed this book. The violence was a little over done for my taste, but I couldn't put it down. Looking forward to reading the next one.
Two nights ago I had found myself at a crossroad. I had done my homework and it was late into the night. I could either go to such sweet slumber or finish this novel. Now I love to sleep(trust me) but this book kept me up through the night, every page better than the next and never to disappoint.
This is a excellent novel by a great author and I would highly recommend it.
This is a fast-paced thriller, a mirror on what can happen when drugs and alcohol reduce or eliminate inhibitions. Lots of action, major body count and some kinky sex. Great effort by a new author. You need to know I worked with the author on the local newspaper. Can't wait for the next one.
I dont have a long drawn out detailed review. The review I DO have is that this is a wonderful book that had my attention from the beginning. I am an avid reader, but this is not my usual genre. Nevertheless, Mr. Bowers captured my attention on page 1 and kept it until the very end. The story completely twists mid book and puts you on edge until the end, wanting to find out more. Several times, I had to make myself slow down because I was skimming too fast; dying to know what was going to happen next. I would definitely recommend.
Having read excerpts I knew I would enjoy l pieces of this book, but I didn't realize I would enjoy the whole thing as much. Having never been to The South I don't know how accurate the depiction of the area is but it certainly was very believable.
I didn't stay up all night reading but it was a thoroughly enjoyable story that had me engrossed from the beginning until the end.
Highly recommended, unless you can't stand reading books with sex and violence in them. If that is the case then please don't read the Old Testament either because that is way worse.
I might quibble a bit with Scott Bowers use of the mechanics of the English language but his literary talents jump out at you. I hated to put the book down and I hated that it ended. I loved his character development and his comfortable and competent use of erotic language in the love scenes. I hope he continues to write. Bill Joe Nix
A very fast paced, action packed book...so much so that I had to make myself put it down at bedtime.
The characters in this story are ones everyone can relate to. At some point in our lives, either past or present, we all know a Chaz, Roan, or Jilly. The fiercely loyal and somewhat responsible, the perpetual partier with a lack of direction, and the reformed introvert who overcompensates at times but holds tight to her dreams of a happy ending...these 3 make quite a team.
Chaz embarks on a journey of mystery, danger, and self-discovery. He experiences the ugly side of life and realizes that many of the people he has taken for granted over the years are those that are most important to him. He loses a lot in this book, but he follows through to the finish. And I was completely shocked at the lengths he went to to see his journey through.
I enjoyed this book a lot, even though it was out of my preferred genre. It does not disappoint.
To review a 1st novel from a rookie author is a tricky process. There is no previous body of work to go back to & reference for context or to observe the author's growth. You also have to rely strictly on the story presented to be a complete work. In both regards, Scott Bowers, succeeds with his 1st novel. To be fair to this rookie effort I read the story once at normal pace & the 2nd time with a critical eye. My review will be more of the critical so as to stay as objective as possible.
The protagonist of this story, Chaz Wilson, is an every man we all can see some of ourselves in. If you came of age in the late 70s into the 80s & found your adulthood into the 90s, then you'll identify with this story & with it's unlikely cast of characters thrown into a dark corner of reality that sadly is all too real. His on again off again girlfriend/best friend Jillian, or Jilly as we come to know her, reminds us of that relationship we might have had that just seemed like it would always be. And the best friend Roan, who everybody had at one time or another, rounds out the central cast. A small crew going on their annual road trip to a Gulf Coast party town is about as average a story as one can imagine. It's how the author slowly & deliberately begins a decent into choices made by the characters that have ramifications right up to the final pages.
The challenge is to be patient & allow the story to unfold. The author takes the 1st few chapters to set everything up nicely. From the music he so deftly describes & weaves into some of the scenes to the settings the characters find themselves in, the imagination can paint an easy picture. There are moments when the reader wants the story to just get going to be frank. But patience rewards you with plenty of thrills once things get rolling. As the ensemble cast of motley characters expands, the uneasy feeling for what will go wrong & how grows. And once a few central events unfold you are hooked. The only thing you want is to see just how some very ordinary people, from rather mundane anonymous lives, will respond.
The author also treats us to flashbacks sprinkled throughout the story. Just when you are grasping for context to explain an action he gives it you. Some of the flashbacks are tales of sweet child innocence while others in all probability will remind the reader of some seminal moments that shaped their lives as well. we also find the main character being marginalized in many flashbacks. That would be the biggest criticism as it hits all to close to home for many of us in that time of our lives. Many of the flashbacks also paint a fairly accurate picture of the time period. From the graphic depictions of sex that can be found early & often to some moments of violence that paint the protagonist in a completely different light, this novel is not for the faint of heart or easily offended. So leave the chastity belts off as you delve into this world. To read some of the passages is to remind us all that we were young, reckless, & stupid once.
For me I most enjoyed the exploration of the relationship between Chaz & Jilly. You'll have to read it to find out how it unfolds for yourself. But I found myself constantly thinking back to those years of my own life & seeing myself in those very situations. I seems the author was inside my head & near perfectly described how a relationship I had with a young lady became a central theme of my late teens into my early 20s. That's how easy a read these moments in the book are. Once some conflicts are introduced into the relationship I found myself torn between what was the present for Chaz & Jilly & what I wanted to eventually be. Clearly years of experience working for newspapers taught the author how to weave a story. He paints a visual image we can put to headlines on most evening newscasts or true crime stories. And in my humble view a rather tender love story is always just beneath he surface.
From the all important 1st paragraph that sets the tone to the adrenaline filled finish, I'm not disappointed. Some of the detail is reminiscent of Jeffrey Deaver. And once things get going the pace of the action can bring to mind Robert B. Parker's Spenser novels. As a complete story in my mind's eye I see a film noir mystery set under the ever present humidity of the American south. Is it a perfect story? No. Does it have moments that will leave the reader asking for just a little more or less detail? Yes. But the most important question to ask is... Does this story leave the reader satisfied & wanting more? An absolute unqualified yes! And isn't that what we all want in a good story?
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