An exciting novel which begins in the Preface with the scene of the 1989
massacre of innocent Chinese citizens
in Beijing; shifting to a miraculous escape from disaster on the Matternhorn by the main character, Prof.JC McBryde;
then the story becomes a series of flash
backs from 1992 in Aspen to 1990 in Hong Kong,& Mainland China,as the reader enters a world of mystery, adventure, romance, and surprises around every corner.-See for yourself!
JohnC. McBryde, a college professor, on a climbing vacation in Switzerland, is suddenly confronted by the imminent disaster of a rockslide, headed his way.However, he escapes cerain death by circumstances beyond his understanding.-A coincidence? Or, was there some other explanation?- An Americian physician, working at a hospital in Tibet, is kidnapped and spirited away by mercenaries to an isolated kingdom in the Himalayas, only to find unexpected occasions for service, friendship, and her rescue. Can these things be explained merely as coincidence, or as "blessings-in-disguise"? A lady skier, an expert in her favporite sport, is miraculously saved from certain doom when she is snatched from the path of a fatal avalanche in the Colorado Rockies by an alert Ski Patrol team, with future results no one could have posssibly anticipated.-Coinciudence, or another incident in the Grand Design of the Ultimate Scheme of Things?-All observed by a "mysterious Stranger."-Wh is the "Stranger" ?-A person or a supernatural being with a message we would all do well to heed?-If so, what is it?-The answers to thse and other questions will be discovered by the readeer, amidest surprises that await around every corner.-Read on!
Excerpt
When finally down from the climb in safety, McBryde turned around to thank his Asian-looking companion; but he had quietly vanished.
Remarkably, the full significance of this incident would come later. It went like this....
Professional Reviews
Letters from a Chinese Angel (
Charles Walter Wooten, long-time friend and fellow "fourteener" climber, has written a uniques novel. He has taught English to Chinse teachers in China.His experiences and friendships there habve given impetus for this book of fiction.He has include historical information about China and Tauwan.All of this is woven into the the novel.His tow main characters are American professors who go there to teach Engglish and are caught uo in a series of incredible adventures, including the rescue of a kidnapped American doctor in "Shangri-la." -THIS BOOK IS AN EXCELLENT CHOICE FOR THOSE LOOKING FOR A FAMILY-ORIENTED ADVENTURE NOVEL.-I highly reccomend it!-James T. Looney
Two Thumbs Up and Raves!
Your book was a delightful read with a heartfelt message of faith, hope, and love. I reaally like how you ended it with a loving wedding ceremony. I'm sure there will be many opportunities for signing events ahead.- Yopu are an inspiration to a lot of people!-Candice & Kyler Storm, Xtrememathleticsinc.
Skillful Writer
The author, Charles W. Wooten, beins by taking us into Mainland China to a five-star hotel ion Guanzhou...and many adventures beyong. Hos playful and humorous voice shiens through. This book begs for a sequel.-Theresa Ozenberger, Colorado.
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Black Leather and Blue Denim, A '50s Novel is adult literature for anyone who likes 1950s' teen culture. BL&BD has been given a 5 Star Rating by ebookpalace.com and by Midwest Review