Butterfly Lake, a Rob Marrino thriller
by Robert J. Saniscalchi (Goodreads A
Matt McAvoy's review Mar 09, 2020
I have been fortunate enough to read all of Robert’s books in the “Rob and Tex” series, helping him work on one or two of them, and this is certainly one of the better ones. Without the gung-ho action of Freedom’s Light, or the profound wartime trauma of Bullets and Bandages, Butterfly Lake is perhaps a more understated and subtle piece of work, and this certainly suits it. Set in the beauty and tranquillity of the Pennsylvania mountains, which Rob clearly loves, there is more an air of cerebral drama about this instalment, as Tex now becomes the principle protagonist. Tex and his friend Rob are once again called into action, turning to the skills they honed during their Vietnam tours of duty, and dusting off their rifles. There is a real sense of First Blood or Deadly Pursuit about this book.
Well written by Robert, who seems to be improving with every new publication. He is prolific, and I know very well how hard he works to make his books the best they can possibly. For that, as a fellow author, I admire and somewhat envy Rob. Butterfly Lake is a good, inoffensive yet gripping, quality thriller, and it will keep you engrossed for the entirety of its relatively short word count; you could very easily read this book in one day or evening, and a very entertaining evening it will be, too. Whether it is action you like, drama, decent-natured people rallying to stop really bad guys, or you just want to spend a few hours imagining the wonder of the North American countryside, I’m certain you can find something in Butterfly Lake which you’ll enjoy, and I would therefore not see any reason not to recommend it to pretty much anybody. A good book, and I enjoyed reading it a great deal.
We Award 5 Stars To Author Robert J. Saniscalchi For His Action Adventure: Butterfly Lake
THEODOCIA MCLEAN/BMGN·TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2020·
What started as a peaceful family vacation in a tranquil mountain lake setting for Tex and his family becomes a deadly nightmare.
BUTTERFLY LAKE by Robert J. Saniscalchi is another great action-thriller that not only showcases a parent's worst nightmare, but the strength and trust of two warriors to save the day against all odds. Dialogue that feels real, a family in crisis and one father doing what we all wish we could do to save his child. But at what cost to everyone involved?
A fast read, no stumbling over unrealistic dialogue, and characters that feel like everyday people (for the most part), a great way to escape into the world of reading!
From the Author: Butterfly Lake is one of my favorites, I had many a great summer vacations escaping the summer heat up in the Pocono mountains of Northeastern PA. Butterfly Lake is the perfect cozy little story to wrap your head around for that weekend read, Enjoy!
5 Star Review: This book opens with main character, Rob Marrino (decorated Army field medic) arriving in the resort town of Pinecrest, Pennsylvania. Rob’s family cabin is nestled in an “ancient forest” filled with pine and hemlock trees. The cabin sits at the edge of “spring-fed” Butterfly Lake. Rob is preparing for his best friend Tex (decorated Marine sniper), and his family to arrive. A relaxing, reinvigorating vacation is what they are all looking forward to.
After some fun on the lake, the adults busy themselves with grilling and preparing lunch. As big black and yellow butterflies flutter on the purple blooming shrubs, Lori is so intent on catching a butterfly in her butterfly net, she is unaware that she is being watched.
Vacation suddenly turns into a parent’s worst nightmare.
Let me bring you into the story (Chapter 8) as Rob and Tex had to sleep overnight on the trail.
“Early the next morning, Rob woke to Tex mumbling, loudly, in his sleep. He couldn’t make out what his friend was trying to say, as he nudged him awake: “Hey, buddy, hey, you okay?”
Tex sat up and blinked at Rob, with a strange, scared look in his eyes. “That damn crazy dream again!” he fumed. “My Lori, calling me from the woods.”
Review by Theodocia McLean (Book Marketing Global Network).
Genre: Fiction (Action and Adventure)
Amazon Print:
https://www.amazon.com/BUTTERFLY-LAKE-Robert-James-Saniscalchi/dp/B0858VSZVP/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Butterfly+Lake+by+Robert+J+Saniscalchi&qid=1583528053&sr=8-1
Kindle:
https://www.amazon.com/BUTTERFLY-LAKE-Robert-James-Saniscalchi-ebook/dp/B0859KW2J1/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1583528053&sr=8-1
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