A Killer’s Grace
by Ronald
Chapman
GENRE:
Suspense
BLURB:
From the high desert of New Mexico comes a tale of mystery, murder
and redemption. When journalist Kevin Pitcairn receives a disturbing letter
from a serial killer, he is drawn into a compelling journey with profound
psychological and spiritual implications, not just for the murderer, but for
himself and society as a whole. As he tries to investigate and then tell the
story, he finds himself battling his own inner demons and sordid history.
Events conspire to propel an isolated matter to a national stage and audiences
that are increasingly hostile. Forced to explore the roots of human psychology
and sanity, Pitcairn must navigate moral and philosophical realms. What is the
nature of evil? What powers of choice do humans actually possess? How may we be
redeemed? And in the end, how do we reconcile with ourselves?
Note: A Killer’s Grace is one of two
novels by Chapman being released simultaneously by Terra Nova Publishing, the
other being My Name is Wonder. The publisher commented, ““It is remarkable that
these two books can be so very different but somehow speak to the same
messages.”
An Excerpt
from A Killer’s Grace:
As a freelance journalist and columnist
for the local afternoon newspaper, the Albuquerque Chronicle, Pitcairn often
received unsolicited mail. In this case, he immediately recognized the name of
Daniel Davidson. He knew all about the case. Davidson was convicted for the
murder of four of his six Texas victims after protracted delays for psychiatric
evaluation. During that time, the state of Oklahoma had opted not to prosecute
him for the murder of a seventh victim. But after those many lengthy delays, he
was remanded to the custody of the state of New Mexico for trial in the murder
of a seventeen-year-old Santa Fe high school girl.
That final proceeding was notorious
for ending without a conviction two weeks before. Unlike the Texans, this jury
had bought the psychological evidence. Their decision was greeted with derision
and accusations of racism from the northern New Mexican, Hispanic community to
which the young woman belonged. The police had to quell a near riot. Now
Davidson was to be returned to Texas to await execution.
Davidson’s case was unusual. Despite
the efforts of anti-death penalty agitators to appeal his case in Texas on
psychiatric grounds, especially in light of the New Mexican decision, the
murderer requested that his sentence be carried out as soon as possible. It was
reported that he understood he had broken society’s covenants and actively
sought his own death.
My Name is Wonder
by Ronald Chapman
GENRE: Suspense
BLURB:
My Name is Wonder chronicles the transcendent adventures of a
little goat with big dreams. Join Wonder and his wisecracking guide, the
mysterious crow Mac Craack, on a journey through the scenic landscapes of the
American Southwest and into the heart of a mindful presence. Along the way,
you’ll meet an unforgettable cast of creatures, each with an important lesson
to teach.
Buy/Pre-Order:
Note: My Name is Wonder is one of two novels
by Chapman being released simultaneously by Terra Nova Publishing, the other
being A Killer’s Grace. The publisher
commented, ““It is remarkable that these two books can be so very different but
somehow speak to the same messages.”
An Excerpt from My Name is Wonder:
Oren turned back to Wonder and spoke
gently. “First, little one, I must tell you that you are not Wonder.”
Wonder knew enough about Oren to
know he spoke with the weight of the wisdom of generations. He had also heard
that Oren was a philosopher. The gravity of the moment was not lost on the
little goat as he considered this statement carefully. Somehow he knew that
nothing but the truth would suffice.
“I don’t get it,” he said with a
scrunched up face.
“Your name may be Wonder, but Wonder
you are not.” He studied the kid, watching for any signs of dawning
comprehension. Wonder cocked his head to one side, still puzzled, and the old
buck continued. “The form you find yourself in is that of a goat, but you are
not a goat. There is that which is, and then there is that which is truth. If
you are to learn, you must learn to be absolutely clear about such matters.”
Oren fell silent, waiting.
Wonder blinked—once, twice—and then
said, “Got it!”
The wise goat responded in an amused
tone, “Do you now?”
“Yes, sir. My name is Wonder.” He
grinned and then continued, “And I am not that.”
“Ha!” responded Oren. “I believe you
do have it, young one, but let us see.” He almost, but not quite, grinned back
at Wonder. It was hard to tell with the long, white beard. “What are you if not
Wonder?”
The kid leapt at the answer. “Well
sir, I don’t guess I know.”
“Indeed,” replied Oren, his yellow
eyes dancing. “True wisdom is knowing that you know nothing.”
“Then I must be very wise indeed,
sir.”
PRAISE
“…a book for the ages,
with profound truths simply stated. First there was Jonathan Livingston Seagull
and then Yoda—Now there is Wonder…”
-Beverly
Molander, Minister and Radio Host of
Activating the Power of Yes
“…an
exploration of human nature and into the allegorical realm that shows us how to
be wise teachers and guides…”
-Paula
Renaye, Author of Living the Life You
Love
“Clarity
is an aspect of love, it is seeing clearly. Ron Chapman sees with those eyes.
He pays attention as few do to the miracles around us.”
-Stephen
Levine, Author and Teacher
AUTHOR BIO:
Ronald Chapman is owner of an international speaking
and consulting company, Magnetic North LLC. In addition to international
accreditation as a speaker and national awards for radio commentary, he is the
author of two novels, My Name is Wonder (Terra Nova Publishing, 2016) and A
Killer's Grace (Terra Nova Publishing, 2016 and 2012), two works of
non-fiction, Seeing True: Ninety Contemplations in Ninety Days (Ozark Mountain
Publishing, 2008) and What a Wonderful World: Seeing Through New Eyes (Page
Free Publishing, 2004) and the producer of three audio sets, Seeing True: The
Way of Spirit (Ozark Mountain Publishing, 2016, 2005), Breathing, Releasing and
Breaking Through: Practices for Seeing True (Ozark Mountain Publishing, 2015),
and Seeing True – The Way of Success in Leadership (Magnetic North Audio,
2005). Ron provides a wide array of social media content at www.SeeingTrue.com,
content for people in substance abuse recovery at www.ProgressiveRecovery.org, and other content from his master site, www.RonaldChapman.com. He holds a Masters in Social Welfare from The
University at Albany (New York.) Prior to his relocation to Atlanta, Georgia in
2008, he was a long-time resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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1 comments:
Excellent material you have drawn from both books! Well chosen and very much appreciating your efforts. All the best! Ronald Chapman
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