Dennis Perry Books

The story revolves around the mysterious death of Nicole Stickley, a seemingly good girl from a small town. While her mother believes it to be a suicide, Sheriff Lonnie Bevins, who has a personal connection to Nicole, suspects foul play and is determined to uncover the truth. His investigation leads him across two states, where he examines potential suspects, including members of a local line crew. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and the quest for justice in the face of personal loss.

Filer 'Mad Dog' Wilson relishes his retirement after a fulfilling career as a lineman, heavy equipment operator, and ore train driver in Soda Springs, Idaho. He spends his leisurely mornings socializing with friends at the Union Diver, where camaraderie and shared stories fill the air. As he navigates this new chapter of life, the bonds he forms with his Coffee Crew highlight the joys of friendship and community in a small town.

Nostalgia permeates this collection of stories reflecting on a childhood in Idaho during the 1940s. The author, born in 1943, shares personal experiences that capture the essence of growing up, including themes of innocence, loss, and resilience. The narratives weave together moments of joy and sorrow, highlighting a serious accident and a death that shaped their formative years. This poignant exploration offers a glimpse into a bygone era and the universal challenges of youth.

The narrative follows Filer as he embarks on a mission to retrieve a Mini bulldozer from Vietnam, originally used during a perilous operation. With the help of a diverse team—including a former Seabee, a gaffer, a documentary producer, and a school teacher—Filer navigates challenges while reconnecting with his past. Their journey takes them to Chu Lai, where they enlist local assistance, and culminates in plans for a vacation in Thailand. However, unexpected adventures await, adding depth to their quest.

The narrative follows Dennis Perry's harrowing experiences during his first year in the Peace Corps in Benin, where he navigates the chaos of a revolution, becomes involved in a land-grab, and witnesses ethnic cleansing. Through these intense and life-altering events, the book explores themes of resilience, cultural confrontation, and the complexities of humanitarian work in a tumultuous environment.

Set in the vibrant backdrop of Hollywood, this story follows the adventures of Mad Dog, a character familiar to readers of the previous Copper Thieves and Mad Dog Steel Time books. While it builds on earlier narratives, it stands alone, allowing new readers to dive into Mad Dog's escapades without prior knowledge. The plot intertwines themes of ambition and the pursuit of dreams in the entertainment industry, showcasing Mad Dog's unique journey through the glitz and challenges of Hollywood.

Fiction/Action Thriller A Scout Master and his scouts find an artifact in a Washington State national park. The artifact becomes Silver Lake City Chief of Police Charlie Morse's responsibility. He has to work with state and Federal authorities to keep his city safe. In China an American Conflict Archaeologist and his team discover the origin of the artifact in a long-abandoned WWII Japanese facility. Back in the United States Local and Federal authorities, including the FBI, DEA, CDC and Homeland security, hurry to contain and eliminate this threat from the past. In China maverick Conflict Archaeologist Thomas Fielding and his team, former army major Griff Holland and Sierra Letav, a geneticist with a Master's Degree in Genetics, investigate the abandoned Japanese Bio/Chemical weapons development facility. The team expects to find evidence of war crimes committed by Japanese soldiers and scientists on Chinese civilians before and during the war years from 1939 to 1944. A Chinese General assigned to mind the American team schemes to use whatever the Americans find for his own private profits.