A Sword Swallower's Blade Nearly Took His Life. A Lost Kid Gave Him a Reason to Live.
Step into the gritty, heart-pounding world of Duke Reynolds, a circus daredevil who mastered the art of sword-swallowing -- until a near-fatal accident on live TV ended his career. Inspired by the real-life story of Captain Steele, a sideshow performer who survived a 13-blade trick gone wrong, this Gold Medal Winner of the 2022 Global Book Awards for Contemporary Fiction will keep you on the edge of your seat.
For five decades, Duke, a tattooed 40-year meth addict, traveled with the oddest characters in society, from circus freaks to prison inmates, even earning a Julliard degree in musical theory behind bars. Now retired in a small Northern California town, he meets Gary Robinson, a troubled youth escaping a toxic home, struggling to find purpose. Duke takes the "Chico Kid" on one last adventure, hoping to save him from self-destruction -- but can he save himself?

Why You'll Love This Book:

• A gritty tale of risk, redemption, and unbreakable bonds.

• Perfect for readers seeking inspiration and purpose through "beautiful literature" (OnlineBookClub.org).

• A rollercoaster of emotions, from "wonderfully comical to devastatingly sad to achingly sweet" (SkipSchmidt9999.com).

What Readers Are Saying:

• "I could feel their sorrows and their laughter... It showed us how love and kindness can change people's lives." -- Hager Salem, OnlineBookClub.org

• "A heartwarming tale that celebrates the power of friendship and finding peace with God." -- Tim Fidelis

• "The most entertaining and interesting book... marvelous laugh out loud humor and weepy eyed depth."." -- Juffie - Amazon.com

• "Taught me... you should never lose the will to change your life for the better." - Chelsea Salamanca - Amazon.com

Buy Now to Start Reading This Unforgettable Journey -- or Click 'Look Inside' to Meet Duke and Gary Today!

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• Literature & FictionGenre FictionBiographical
• Literature & FictionSmall Town & Rural
• Literature & FictionGenre FictionComing of Age

• Publication Date: September 25, 2017
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• Print Length: 336 Pages
• File Size: 16 KB