SUSAN LOUISE ST JOHN
Contemporary Women’s Literature and Fantasy Writer
MFA in Creative Writing & Screenwriting
Retired Professor
Author of the upcoming Fantasy Lost Halls of Heaven Series
Magical Realism RomCom Available on Amazon Bullet Holes, Lethal Injections, and Hiccups
This magical story follows Leah Hollander, a woman on the run from her abusive husband Jake. When Jake foils his wife’s escape plan, what ensues is a madcap, screwball chase with a cast of loveably unforgettable characters. The police officer, who has a tragic history of falling in love with women he’s failed to protect, is determined to uncover the truth behind Leah Hollander’s disappearance. Where is the wife? Her car is still in the driveway, her suitcases are still in the hallway, and her grand champion cat is dead. That’s all the evidence Whitaker needs to lay down his badge and chase after the fleeing husband. George, neighbor and husband of Leah’s best friend, has just returned from burying his wife and unborn child; he’s a little bit drunk and a lot determined to stay that way. With nothing more to lose, he’s got a shotgun, and he’s out to get justice for the lovely Leah Hollander. In the chaotic chase that follows, completely oblivious to George and Whitaker’s pursuit, Jake hunts his errant wife with karma riding shotgun. And karma is no fan of Jake Hollander. Just ask the dragon on the wall.
Original artwork oil on canvas by Jayne Pedley St John
Bullet Holes, Lethal Injections, and Hiccups on Amazon Paperback or eBook
Suppose that Thomas Jefferson was right when he wrote: “I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just; that his justice cannot sleep forever.” Suppose that, for centuries, the gods have stayed out of humanity’s wars and ignored all their prayers, that they have been complacent, living their immortal lives in Olympia, content to watch humanity suffer and self-destruct. Suppose, too, that a long-prophesied new King of Gods has been born so he can bring justice to humanity. What would he do? How would he defeat indolence and apathy? This is his story.
Coming to print soon!