Ed Robinson Books

Set in the post-Civil War era, the story explores the transformative impact of the steam engine on Summers County, particularly through the bustling hub of Hinton along the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad. The community flourished amidst stunning landscapes, fostering vibrant neighborhoods and economic growth driven by lumber and riverboat traffic. Central to its cultural identity is the legend of John Henry, the Steel Drivin' Man, who epitomizes the resilience and strength of the area's inhabitants as they navigated the challenges of modernization.

The evolution of lodging in Southern West Virginia from the late 1700s to today highlights the region's natural beauty and historical significance. The book explores diverse accommodations, including log cabins, stagecoach stops, and luxurious mineral springs hotels, many of which served as army hospitals during the Civil War. It offers insights into charming towns like Bramwell and Fayetteville, alongside more commercial areas such as Princeton and Beckley, showcasing the rich tapestry of the region's hospitality history.

Breeze is on the move again, aboard Leap of Faith. There is trouble lurking in every port. He gets mixed up with a cocaine kingpin, talks his way out of a Cuban jail, and takes on a pretty refugee as a passenger. His trusty trawler takes him from the Keys to the Caribbean, and even to the Chesapeake Bay, where he contemplates turning himself in to the authorities. This is a timely tale that uses current events to shape the storyline; from our diplomatic relations with Cuba, to the social impact of Fifty Shades of Grey. Robinson has proven himself to be a master of the nautical narrative. His adventure stories are part John D. MacDonald, and part Papa Hemingway. Following Breeze has action to burn. You'll feel the excitement as the pages turn faster and faster. You'll feel for Breeze as he struggles with his inner demons. You won't guess how it ends.

Meade Breeze Part rebel, part knight in rusty armor, and every ounce his own man, Meade Breeze is a rugged, reclusive Florida boat bum. He has special talent for attracting sexy women. His skill at handling boats is matched only by his knack for getting into, and out of, one predicament after another. Starring in his third novel, all great entertainment, Breeze is the new anti-hero of nautical fiction. Free Breeze Slaying dragons and saving damsels in distress in nothing new for Breeze - he's done it before. But this one was different from the start. He couldn't save her. Her death haunted him as deeply as the loss of his wife. Her killer was still out there. There was nothing left for him to do, but seek revenge. After completing his mission, Breeze dabbles in normal society. Can he overcome his wanderlust? Can he assimilate, or will his demons led him to trouble again?

Bobby Beard is a Breeze wannabe. He also happens to be dating a woman that Breeze has his eye on. Breeze's clever plan to separate the couple eventually backfires in a big way. A trip to Guatemala puts the two men on a collision course. The ensuing conflict has dire consequences for them both. A female FBI agent's interest in Breeze appears to be more than professional curiosity. Are her affections a ruse? As events spin out of control, Breeze is forced to re-examine his own humanity. In this eighth installment of the Trawler Trash series, our anti-hero must escape his deepest crisis yet, a crisis of his own making.

Breeze's dreams are haunted by Bobby Beard, as he tries to come to terms with what he's done. Holly and Tommy have found their treasure, but need help to recover it. An old smuggler seeks out Breeze to help him get rid of his dope. A young Marine needs guidance. Can our hero stay busy enough to keep his demons at bay? Can his relationship with Brody survive the chaos? In the ninth installment of the Trawler Trash Series, the predicaments pile up faster than any normal man can handle, but Breeze is no normal man.

Breeze and Brody work to save themselves and Leap of Faith from Hurricane Irma. Meanwhile, the FBI has a new director. He’s working to tie up loose ends and Brody is one of them. Breeze marshals all of his resources to protect her. His first instinct is to run. They keep moving, but every path they take puts on them on a collision course with their destiny. Enduring Breeze combines all the action you’ve come to expect from your favorite anti-hero, with political intrigue ripped from today’s headlines.

Wyoming County boasts a rich coal heritage and stunning landscapes, making it a hidden gem in southern West Virginia. Its history, rooted in Native American culture and early farming, evolved with the arrival of the Deepwater Railroad in 1906, solidifying its role in coal production. By the 1920s, it became a leading coal producer. The county also has a notable sports legacy, producing prominent athletes and coaches. Today, it attracts tourists with recreational sites like Twin Falls State Park and the Coal Heritage Trail, showcasing its historical significance.

Be introduced to a new anti-hero. Meade Breeze lives on the far outskirts of society with no visible means of support. He survives on his wits and a meager income derived from selling home-grown dope to suburban housewives and home-brewed rum to bums in the park. He’s also on the run from his past misdeeds. He fears it will all catch up with him someday, so he stays on the move aboard his classic trawler. Explore the Gulf Coast Islands, Florida Keys, and the Bahamas with Breeze, but keep one eye over your shoulder. His mission to return his dead wife’s ashes to their special place seems hopeless. He’s going nowhere fast until a chance encounter with a lover from his past changes his luck . . . or does it?

Redeeming Breeze Breeze is trying to leave his troubled past behind. His dream of a beautiful woman on a Caribbean island remains elusive. One day he's sitting on his boat, minding his own business. The next day he's on the run from Russian mobsters with two sex slaves aboard. Doing the right thing turns out to be a tricky business. Meade Breeze Part rebel, part knight in rusty armor, and every ounce his own man, Meade Breeze is a rugged, reclusive Florida boat bum. He has special talent for attracting sexy women. His skill at handling boats is matched only by his knack for getting into, and out of, one predicament after another. In this fourth novel starring Breeze, he faces his most dangerous challenge yet.

Photographs and text introduce the animal and plant life found on beaches, in tide pools, on reefs, and in shallow and deep ocean waters of Hawaii.

A mysterious detective puts Breeze in a tight spot. Blackmail is the deal of the day, but Breeze isn’t buying. Instead, he accepts a mission to rebuild a marina in Marsh Harbour. He assumes the relocation will keep him out of trouble. His assumption is wrong.He becomes a part of the lives of survivors there, as they work together to reclaim a piece of paradise.

Breeze realizes that his lifestyle is not sustainable in the long run. The constant turmoil is taking its toll on his aging mind and body. During a particularly stressful moment, he has the sudden inspiration to make a radical change. Events conspire to postpone the start of his new life. With Brody at his side, he embarks on one last wild nautical adventure. Could this be the end for Breeze?

Bahama Breeze Breeze and Holly retreat to the far reaches of the Bahamas to ponder the mysteries of love and find meaning in their lives. There are differences to reconcile, but in many ways they are very much alike. Has Breeze met his match? Meade Breeze Part rebel, part knight in rusty armor, and every ounce his own man, Meade Breeze is a rugged, reclusive Florida boat bum. He has special talent for attracting sexy women. His skill at handling boats is matched only by his knack for getting into, and out of, one predicament after another. In this fifth novel starring Breeze, his challenge is one of the heart.

Breeze’s friend and mentor acquires a device that grants him access to the NSA database. Captain Fred hires Breeze to deliver copies of the device, a key of sorts, to his cohorts. Fred gets taken away in handcuffs and Breeze is left holding the last remaining key. The device could be used to win Fred’s freedom, but Breeze is no tech wizard. Computers are not his area of expertise. Meanwhile, someone is tracking him as he tries to figure things out. Possessing the key makes him a target.

Cool Breeze Breeze emerges from a confrontation deep in the Everglades to learn that his beloved home waters are fouled with pollution. He thinks he's got a clever way to influence policy, but soon finds himself embroiled in political and legal corruption. Whether he's in hot pursuit of a crook, or in the office of a State's Attorney, he always keeps his cool. Meade Breeze Part rebel, part knight in rusty armor, and every ounce his own man, Meade Breeze is a rugged, reclusive Florida boat bum. He has a special talent for attracting sexy women. His skill at handling boats is matched only by his knack for getting into, and out of, one predicament after another. In this sixth novel starring Breeze, he navigates the foreign territory of underground politics.

There is a fugitive near the New River that baffles Breeze with his speed and endurance. Creekside Investigations becomes occupied with the marital surveillance business; tracking cheating spouses in the High Country. Breeze can't accept his failure to capture the Running Man, so he puts his fledgling business aside to return to the wilderness in pursuit of his prey. It all leads to an explosive ending that will rip your guts out and leave you wondering what happens next.

Breeze did not want to get involved. He had problems of his own, but when he saw the man on the sailboat punch his partner, he was forced to act. He didn't need a woman around while he plotted his revenge against the man responsible for Brody's death. He was on a mission, and this stranger could only slow him down.This thriller culminates on a remote Florida island, where only one warrior will survive - he who can harness the savage within.

Breeze is made an offer he can't refuse. A three million dollar yacht is his for the taking, but there are strings attached. He's sent to Panama to repossess the vessel from its current captain, who becomes an unlikely ally during a mission to Colombia. He desperately wants to get home to Florida, but the return trip is fraught with problems and complicated by the uneasy relationship with his passenger. Any attempt to come to terms with the loss of his lover must wait for the completion of the journey. A new life awaits if he can stay alive long enough to realize it.

It began simply enough. Breeze's old friend knew right where the gold was. All he had to do was pick it up. He enlisted Holly for her diving skills. The mission would only take a day. That's not how it turned out. First it was the shark. Then it was the curious golden idols. Then it was the ex-con treasure hunter. Holly's patience wears thin as Breeze drags her deeper and deeper into turmoil. Can their tenuous relationship survive? Can Breeze turn the mission around? Will he live long enough to make them all rich? Follow Leap of Faith and Another Adventure from the west coast of Florida, to the Keys, and Costa Rica. Watch the deal go down in a seedy section of Miami. One hard man will leave with millions.