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Joseph Paul D'Aquisto

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New York, The United States

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Fiction, Crime, Suspense

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Joseph, a native of Manhattan, New York, moved to Asheville, North Carolina at the age of seven, where he spent the majority of his childhood. His life has since taken him across the United States, Canada, and Europe, shaping his global perspective and fueling his passion for storytelling.

A dedicated traveler, Joseph finds inspiration in international affairs, film, pop culture, photography and the unique atmospheres of the cities he explores—often while walking their streets or relaxing in coffee shops.

Joseph holds an impressive academic portfolio, including a Master of Arts in International Relations, a Master of Arts in Linguistics, a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics & Russian, and an Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems. ...more

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Unleash The Fury, releases June 2

Hi Everybody!

My second book ‘Unleash The Fury’ will be released on June 2.

It will be available in ebook ($7.99USD) and paperback ($11.99USD) formats.

You can preorder now on the following sites:

Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DWZ65YSQ

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The KID from CALIFORNIA : Short Stories - Volume 1

by Delvin R. Chatterson (Goodreads Author)

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Needs more action. There was a lot of build-up but no climax of the story.
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This is the first book I have read of this author. The story flows quick, and its a nice mafia-type read. It reminds me of ‘A Bronx Tale’ almost. I could see Robert Deniro playing one of the casino bosses in my mind. I will read more of these books!
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