". . . a cool salve on a wounded soul."
- Scooter McCrae, Sci-Fi director
". . . even more uplifting and insightful the second time around . . . The Hunter is teaching me in profound and life-altering ways . . . a deeply satisfying and provocative ride."
- D. Akiyama, Actress & former Associate Producer, 60 Minutes segment
"This quick read is a seemingly light jaunt into a marvelous world of quirky characters who will instantly become your friends. And at second glance, you'll realize it wasn't so light - there's a lot to ponder here! Enjoy it again and again."
- from a Barnes & Noble review
"This book is a gem. It's a . . . fun read - with all kinds of intersting messages tucked in. . . . The chapters, while weaving a seamless tale, often stand alone as well - making this perfect bathroom reading. I hope the author isn't offended - it's just that you can finish any random chapter quickly and enjoyably. And since it's a fun book to read again and again, you'll always have something fresh to ponder while you sit. I wouldn't say it's the only place to read it... but if you've read it through once, keep in in the bathroom rather than on the bookshelf. Just prepared for visitors to start asking to borrow it!"
- from an Amazon.com review
"It's a challenge not to identify strongly with the characters of this fable (except Satan perhaps) on some level or on many levels. If you don't, you may be on a higher plain than the rest of us already. The fable acts as a mirror, reflecting societal and personal dysfunction's, yet holding out the hope for growth, enlightenment and redemption. It is at once disturbing and comforting. And funny too, if you know how to laugh at yourself."
- C. O'Sullivan, Animal Rescuer
Just like Ender's Game is described...as a science fiction book for people who don't like science fiction. ....The Hunter is a metaphysical/spiritual story....[that is] very accessible to the uninitiated. ... I could easily see [Detention Bar] as the setting for a television series called 'Everything I Need to Know, I Learned in Detention.'"
- J. Taylor, Managing Director, Bear Stearns
". . . a deep and meaningful writer."
- M. Feder, Copy Editor - Chico Enterprise Record
"It's smart and funny and … also therapeutic . . . and boy is it riveting. Your book is a masterpiece."
- M. Rosin, Copywriter & Comedienne
"I'm laughing, smiling and shaking my head as I read...all good things."
- K. McMann, Librarian
"As I read it, the words become a part of myself. ... Reading it is a joy, but what comes after in conversation is even better. ... "The reader doesn't find this book, this book finds the reader."
- K. Suzuki, Kickboxer
"Love the insights and observations. ... You have a knack for wit and cogent observation."
- R.Fitzgerald, former Editor, Readers Digest
"You've got a great imagination and I like your writing a lot."
- D. Durkin, Publisher - Random House
"I've never read anything like it. .. . . it's ahead of it's time."
- Anon.ymous,, Publisher
"It works on a lot of different levels."
- M. Ewens, Director
"I loved it-I found myself laughing at myself.. It's atypical of anything that I have ever read--it seems to have its own ebb and flow--I like the way each chapter sort of washes over you and then you ponder it/laugh at it/etc and move on to the next thing . . . .. It gives people the license to feel what they want to feel. ... This book serves as a possibility for people to examine themselves without feeling alone.."
- M. Marlowe, Documentary Producer
"It makes me want to work on myself."
- K. Cherry, Medical Intuitive
"Every day we posted a quote from The Hunter"
- D. Clancey, US Army
(regarding his time in Iraq)
"A remarkably interesting read."
- C. Rees, Actress
"I found myself laughing a lot as I read The Hunter. I couldn't help but see myself in these characters (that's good and bad)."
- T. Oyama, Martial Arts Instructor
"What a wonderful book."
- J. Buchan, CEO
* * * The Gushing * * *
"I love your book." -J. Faraday, Casting Director
"Have I told you how much I love your book?" M. Haut, Talent Agent
"Love your book!" M. Lennon, Psychobilly
"The Hunter deserves a larger audience." R. Davis, Actor
* * * Trivia * * *
Unbeknownst to my drinking buddy Martin, I had written him into The Hunter, had him hit by a car, and then attacked by a flying water bug. One week later, Martin was hit by a car. Two days after his brush with death, he was attacked by a flying water bug. This was my first inkling that The Hunter has its own energy. When Martin found out about The Hunter, he begged me not to kill him off, and (as I had no such intention) I happily obliged.
