Description: A Persistent Echo by Brian Kaufman August Simms comes to Aurora, Texas in 1897, chasing reports of UFOs, but his last adventure is tied to the past-a murder, a lynching, and the death of his wife. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "Kaufman is a fantastic writer with a distinctive poetic touch... It will be the rare reader who will not be moved by this soulful, poignant novel." -Kirkus Reviews"Its a powerfully rendered novel that holds the rare ability to traverse genres to attract a wider audience of reader than the historical fiction label portends." -Midwest Book Review1897.August Simms-explorer, soldier, world traveler-returns to Rhome, Texas to chase one last adventure.Hundreds of UFO sightings have been reported, seven years before the Wright brothers initial flight, and August intends to solve the airship mystery.Instead, the past comes calling. A murder, a lynching, and the death of his wife fifteen years earlier are inextricably tied to the present, and the adventure August finds will not be the one he expects. Author Biography A Persistent Echo is Brian Kaufmans eighth published novel. He lives in the Colorado mountains with his wife Judith and his dog Finn. In his spare time, he lifts weights, plays blues guitar, and keeps local microbreweries in business with his bad behavior. Review 2023 American Writing Awards Winner - Historical Fiction"Kaufman is a fantastic writer with a distinctive poetic touch... It will be the rare reader who will not be moved by this soulful, poignant novel." -Kirkus Reviews"Its a powerfully rendered novel that holds the rare ability to traverse genres to attract a wider audience of reader than the historical fiction label portends." -Midwest Book Review"This heartfelt story, filled with wit and wisdom, kept me reading late into the night and waking eager for the next page. August Simms, Kaufmans protagonist, will stay with me." -Linda Rosen, author of Sisters of the Vine"...a page-turner with a captivating storyline. (4 out of 4 stars!)" -Online Book Club"Brian Kaufman has woven a tale of friendship, betrayal, and hope. His descriptions of setting and mood are spot on... highly recommended." -Karen Brees, author of Crosswind"The author does an excellent job of painting the currents of bitterness, old memory, and grief just under the surface, and of countering them with a message of real hope in human connection and collective care for each other...poignantly sweet, thought-provoking book about love, found family, and wisdom gained from experience, age, and suffering." -IndieReader"Truly original and touching...A remarkable feat...A deeply moving story with an intriguing mystery and a touching portrait of regret and redemption at its heart. Spectacular." -The Prairies Book Review"Kaufman writes beautifully, with spare prose, well-paced surprises, period-appropriate language, and a sense of foreboding." -Historical Novel Society Details ISBN1685132626 Author Brian Kaufman Pages 226 Publisher Black Rose Writing Year 2023 ISBN-13 9781685132620 Format Paperback Publication Date 2023-08-24 Imprint Black Rose Writing Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:141397823;
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