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Known for his vivid imagery, provocative subjects, and charged prose, Paul Watkins has emerged as one of the most gifted writers of his generation. This powerful novel shimmers with lyrical descriptions of the seascape as it sounds the depths of memory and conscience. Seeing a man brutally murdered in his local hangout on the docks of Newport sends Paul Wedekind into a torturous reverie of his past. Even more disturbingly, Paul is convinced that he recognizes the killer as Ingo Budde, a black marketeering East German friend he left for dead in a Mujahideen prison camp. Paul would like to enjoy his newfound peace and security, but the past is as inescapable as the tide. He must confront what resurfaces before he can get on with his life. Richard Poe's expressive narration makes this compelling story all the more vivid and memorable. Also available from this acclaimed novelist: Archangel, Calm At Sunset, Calm At Dawn , and In the Blue Light of African Dreams.
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"I really enjoy Paul Watkins writing style, descriptive yet concise. He really puts me into the head of a character, similar to Cormac McCarthy's style "
— David (5 out of 5 stars)
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“From the first sentence, Paul Watkins’ book grabs the reader and doesn’t let go…As changeable as the sea: beautiful and romantic and brutal and ugly, but always fascinating.”
— Chicago Tribune -
“Rich in detail, choking tense and gorgeously romantic…hoists its author to the top of his class.”
— San Francisco Chronicle -
“A book that will only reinforce his reputation as one of the best young writers…Watkins is an exceptional storyteller.”
— Providence Sunday Journal -
“Subtly evocative…Ingenious.”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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" My favorite among all the Watkins stories. Great setting, colorful cast of characters, and a contemporary plot that we can all relate to. "
— Greg, 2/16/2011 -
" Not being a huge war story fan, I surprisingly, liked this book. It's one that will stick with you, memorable. "
— Alisha, 11/27/2010 -
" Awesome read. Everything I want in a book, the cold war, boating and fishing... "
— W, 6/23/2010 -
" War in Afghanistan (Russians), spies in America and a love story. Paul Watkins is the best! "
— Jennifer, 1/2/2009 -
" a fairly interesting novel about an east german veteran of afghanistan war who becomes a spy in the u.s. he falls in love with a lady spy who forces him to confront his past. "
— Jrobertus, 7/19/2007
About Paul Watkins
Paul Watkins is the author of Night over Day over Night, Calm at Sunset, Calm at Dawn, Arch Angel, and In the Blue Light of African Dreams. He lives in New Jersey.
About Richard Poe
Richard Poe, a professional actor for more than thirty years, has appeared in numerous Broadway shows, including 1776 and M. Butterfly. On television he has had recurring roles on Star Trek and Frasier. His films include Born on the Fourth of July and Presumed Innocent. Poe is a well-known and prolific audiobook performer and the winner of numerous AudioFile Earphones Awards.