The Bay of Pigs
Working Title
Second Novel in Process Now
PLOT
What begins as a murder mystery turns into a psychological trilled. Narrated by Gator, one of the murder victims, the protagonist, Adam, doesn't even know that Gator exists. Gator sure knows Adam, but why the disconnect?
Adam works for his childhood and best friend at the gas station. He then tries working at the local boy's school, where kids from all over Florida are sent for rehabilitation. This is not a good fit for Adam.
Based on real historical events of Florida and local history of Okeechobee, Adam finds a way to peace and wholeness in an unexpected way.
Setting
Set in Okeechobee, Florida in the early 1960's against the back drop of the Bay of Pigs and Cuban Missile Crises. There is uncertainty and upheaval for everyone, which send's Adam's family into disarray. That disarray is an opportunity for Adam.
The whole community is living in fear of a Cuban invasion, strangers are streaming through town heading north, and military is heading south. Adam's mother see's opportunity and dollar signs, leaving Adam in peace, or so he thought.
Characters
Brought up in an abusive home, Adam is finally living on his own an figuring out life. Gator keeps an eye on Adam, but now he's dead. How will he be able to help Adam now. Denis, is a menace that keeps Adam on his toes. Lucy, the eyes on the neighborhood, is usually hiding behind her curtains, but sometimes offers a dose of wisdom. These are just a few who live in the neighborhood.
Adam and his best friend Jerry have a special bond after being caught by some local bullies. Rabbit Warrior, of the Seminole, keeps Adam on an even keel, sometimes. But it'll take the whole community of Okeechobee to help Adam.