Delighted to share the news of the latest release by C.S. Boyack... a post apocalyptic science fiction novel Once Upon a Time in the Swamp.
About the book
Mari and her husband opted for a simple life as farmers. It’s been decades since the world tore itself apart, pitting neighbor against neighbor and family against each other. They were happy in this re-emerging world, until disaster struck.
Mari sets out on a solo quest to avenge the deaths of her family and loss of everything she holds dear. She’s ill equipped for the task, but seems to have time on her hands. Time alone in the wilderness to deal with her personal demons along the way.
She is helped by a few sympathetic elders and a couple of animal companions with lessons Mari can use if she pays attention. Can Mari find justice for her family?
Set in a post apocalyptic, Gulf Coast world, this is a story for fans of the old Spaghetti Westerns.
And early review for the book
“Once Upon a Time in the Swamp” starts with a peaceful moment as Mari is hunting for a meal for her family. What she comes home to is heartbreaking and a loss so bad that her life is never the same. At first, it seems the story is being told in the past, but as details are added, it becomes clear that something has happened—a civil war that ended modern society. When Mari attempts to get help from local authorities, she is brushed aside. So, she sets out to hunt down the men who did this to her family. Some of my favorite characters were the ox, Dirt and the puppy, Worthless, and Mari’s interactions with them. Although set in the grim aftermath of a war, there were people still willing to help her. These were the places I hoped she’d find some peace and give up her vengeance. But Mari’s strength and determination became inspiring when she refused to give up on getting her family some justice.
The settings were highly detailed, down to making soap and learning to shoot and fight, which immersed me in this world and made me wonder if I could do what she was doing. This was a hard story to put down, and I honestly wasn’t sure how this would all turn out, but I was happy with the conclusion. A well-written post-apocalyptic world that gives us a glimpse of what could be if we stay on our current path. Despite that, there is some hope weaved into it as there’s still good left too. I can easily recommend this story.
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A selection of books by C.S. Boyack
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About C.S. Boyack
I was born in a town called Elko, Nevada. I like to tell everyone I was born in a small town in the 1940s. I’m not quite that old, but Elko has always been a little behind the times. This gives me a unique perspective of earlier times, and other ways of getting by. Some of this bleeds through into my fiction.
I moved to Idaho right after the turn of the century, and never looked back. My writing career was born here, with access to other writers and critique groups I jumped in with both feet.
I like to write about things that have something unusual. My works are in the realm of science fiction, paranormal, and fantasy. The goal is to entertain you for a few hours. I hope you enjoy the ride.
Thanks for dropping in today and I hope you will be leaving with some books …
Great review from Denise and plenty of other recommendations for this new book. Off to Amazon! Congratulations, Craig!
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Wonderful thanks Alex ♥
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I grabbed a copy. I love the way Craig’s mind works. I am looking forward to reading this one.
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Great Beem it is bound to be a terrific read. x
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Thank you for your faith, and your kind comment.
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Thank you, Sally, for showcasing Craig’s latest. Denise’s review is terrific. I’ve got Once Upon A Time In The Swamp waiting for me on my Kindle. I’m excited to begin the read. Congratulations to Craig!
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Thanks very much Gwen and I have the book too and looking forward to reading soon… always great to have something good to look forward to.. ♥♥
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Hope it delivers for you. Thanks for giving it a chance.
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Wishing Craig all the best.
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Thanks very much Joan..♥
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Thank you, Joan.
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This was such a good story. Someone mentioned that it was heavy, and parts of it were, but Marisol was such a wonderful character and Craig did a great job of world-building. I can definitely add my recommendation for it. Thanks, Sally!
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Wonderful Jan and thanks for adding your recommendation.. It landed in my TBR this week so looking forward as always to reading soon.. ♥
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Thanks for saying so here.
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All the best with this one, Craig. Thanks, Sally.
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Thanks Staci ♥
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Thanks, Staci.
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Good to see Craig featured here today, Sally. I have this book awaiting me on my Kindle, and am looking forward to reading it! Here’s to another huge success with this one, Craig! 😀
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The range of your pythons may have expanded in my future environment. I blame global warming.
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Since “our” pythons are all invasive exotics, I’ll happily send them your way, Craig. Thanks for taking them off our hands. 😀 😀 😀
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lol ♥
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No problem.
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Wonderful thanks Marcia ♥
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Reblogged this on Stephen Geez Blog and commented:
A fine review of an excellent book by C.S. Boyack. Thanks, Sally!
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Thank you, Stephen.
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Thanks for sharing Stephen and have a good weekend.
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I am also looking forward to read this. Congratulations to Craig, also for another great nearly mystified cover creation. xx Michael
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Thanks Michael and I do enjoy Craig’s books.. hugsx
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Me too. The hat-series is also worth a recommendation. xx Michael
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Thank you for your kind comments. I have been getting great comments about the cover. Thanks also, for sharing the post.
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Thanks Michael..hugsx
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Congratulations to Craig on the excellent review! Sharing to help spread the word.
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Wonderful thanks Liz..hugsx
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You’re welcome, Sally!
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Thank you so much for sharing.
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You’re welcome, Craig.
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Congratulations on your newest book, Craig! Great review by Denise! Thanks for sharing, Sally!
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Thanks Yvette ♥
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Things like that keep me motivated. I assume all authors are that way.
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This one is on the Kindle. Thanks for featuring Craig and Denise’s terrific review.
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Great thanks John.. hugsx
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Much appreciated, John.
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I read I throughly enjoyed. Thanks for sharing the review, Sally 🙂 xo
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I can’t resist a great review Denise… hugsx
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Thanks again for that great review.
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A lot of scary but interesting stuff happens in swamps who could pass up this book?!
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I agree Jacqui and I am looking forward to finding out lol.. xxx
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That’s the kind of thing I like to hear. Who, indeed?
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Congratulations to Craig – sounds fantastic
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Thanks Toni ♥
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Thank you, Toni.
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I am looking forward to reading this!
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Thanks Noelle..♥
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Have fun out in the swamp.
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It’s great to see Craig’s new book here, Sally. I thought this one was wonderful. My favorite so far. An excellent review from Denise. Congrats to Craig!
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Thanks Diana.. look forward to reading soon.. ♥
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Thanks for that testimonial.
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Thanks for showcasing my newest tale. Love Denise’s awesome review, too.
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Pleasure Craig and great review as always from Denise x
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it looks like an exciting book –
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Thanks very much Beth…Craig writes terrific books.. x
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Thank you, Beth.
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