Kevin Coffee faces a moral quandary shaped by the harsh realities of poverty and persecution, evoking both sympathy and unease in readers. The narrative explores the complexities of his situation, highlighting how difficult circumstances can lead to questionable choices. The author, Pierce Kelley, showcases his expertise with meticulous legal and technical details, enhancing the depth of the story.
Set against the backdrop of the 2015 ISIS atrocities in Sirte, this sequel follows sixteen-year-old Mekhaeil Zacharias as he escapes to New York City, seeking refuge from his pursuers. Immersed in the vibrant city life, he grapples with his identity and faith, particularly as he becomes enamored with a nineteen-year-old Muslim girl who is concealing her own truths. This journey challenges Mekhaeil's understanding of his Coptic Christian roots and forces him to confront profound questions about belief and self-discovery.
The story follows Jeremy and Sally Thibodeaux, clammers from Cedar Key, Florida, whose lives take a dramatic turn due to injuries. After Jeremy's herniated disc from a workplace accident involving a Bull Shark, he is prescribed Roxy Contin, a powerful painkiller. Sally, facing her own challenges after a slip and fall incident, also starts taking the medication. Their reliance on this drug highlights the struggles with pain management and the potential consequences of addiction, weaving a narrative of personal and relational turmoil.
The narrative centers on a devastating electrical fire at the Kennedy Homes Apartment Complex, which led to the evacuation of 142 families, predominantly African-American. The incident echoes a previous fire in the complex, raising concerns about safety and management. Despite assurances from the owners, who profited significantly from HUD funding, the complex was abruptly closed just two months later, highlighting issues of neglect and the fate of low-income housing. The book delves into themes of community resilience and systemic failures in housing policies.
The story follows Billy Starkey, who, after refusing to testify against mobsters, is imprisoned at 18. Upon release, he attempts to escape the criminal world with his girlfriend in Cedar Key, Florida, but their cover is blown by a Federal agent. To avoid returning to prison, Billy must infiltrate a gang of drug smugglers involved in clam theft along Florida's Gulf coast. His last hope for freedom lies in fleeing to the remote island of Bocas del Toro in Panama, where danger and uncertainty await.
The narrative follows Pierce Kelley, an attorney dedicated to serving low-income individuals through the Three Rivers Legal Services Program in Gainesville, Florida. With over three decades of legal experience, Kelley has worked as both a criminal defense lawyer and a civil litigator. His career highlights include roles as an Assistant Public Defender in Florida and managing attorney for a rural West Virginia legal services program, showcasing his commitment to advocating for the underserved in various legal contexts.
The story follows Christopher Paul Buchanon, a U.S. Army sergeant who, after returning from Afghanistan with a service-related disability, is trained to operate drones at Fort Creech, Nevada. Set against the backdrop of significant military events, including the death of Osama bin Laden and the subsequent withdrawal of combat troops, Buchanon navigates the complexities of his new role before facing discharge as the military begins to downsize.
The narrative explores the unpredictable nature of human reactions in life-threatening situations, as experienced by the author during a traumatic robbery at gunpoint. It delves into the instinctive responses to fear and danger, revealing the emotional turmoil and reflections that follow such an event. The author grapples with the aftermath, expressing a desire for the incident to have never occurred, highlighting the lasting impact of trauma on an individual's psyche.
A weekend fishing trip to Cedar Key, Florida, takes a dark turn for college friends Jake, Matthew, Paul, and George after an unexpected incident at the L and M Saloon. What begins as a carefree getaway quickly spirals into a deadly situation, testing their friendship and survival instincts. The story explores themes of camaraderie, betrayal, and the unforeseen consequences of a seemingly innocent outing.