Roderick Cyr's Blog

Just released my new novel, A Town Called Babylon, a dystopian thriller set in fictitious Babylon.

Unlike other books in the genre, it isn't the heavy hand of oppressive government, operating in isolation, that represents the greatest risk to freedom. It’s society itself - working in concert with powerful institutions like corporations, academia, and the media - that is the biggest threat to liberty, independence, and religious freedom.

Dr. Philly Love spends her weeks working as a neurosurgeon and weekends offering free medical care to the indigent out of a rusty RV she converted into a mobile clinic. But her unwillingness to embrace as truth the pronouncements of the Intellectual Council and her fiery rejection of society’s worldview has placed her in the crosshairs of two of Babylon’s most powerful figures.

Browning Dillon refuses to conform as well, though as worship pastor at Babylon Community Church he struggles against the worldview embraced by his congregation, which he fears increasingly mirrors the culture more than it does Scripture.

When Philly and Browning meet at a neighborhood barbecue, sparks fly. As they draw closer they find themselves targeted by sinister forces masquerading as angels of light – dark powers determined to destroy them and unify the world under one banner.

Drawing on biblical prophecy and emerging social trends, the novel paints a future so realistic and disquieting it will change the way you view the world and listen to the news. It is at once frightening and hopeful, cautionary and insightful.

I hope you'll get a copy today and enjoy the read. And don't forget to post a brief review on your favorite website, like Goodreads.

Thanks.
Roderick

Excited to announce the release of my latest thriller, An Absence of Justice.
It is available in paperback (at Amazon and B&N) and in e-reader format (for Nook, Kindle, i-Books, and more).

With first-rate writing, credible dialogue, and a riveting plot, it makes an exceptional read for any fan of suspense. Throw in a couple memorable characters, several bombshells, and plenty of heart-pounding action and you have one of the year's best thrillers. You won't put it down until you finish.

To read the synopsis and learn more, click on my Goodreads page at:
An Absence of Justice

I hope you enjoy it and recommend it to a friend. Also, please remember to post a review on Goodreads or your favorite book review website.

Best Regards,
Roderick

Kirkus Reviews, one of the most respected Book Reviews in the publishing industry, recently reviewed my novel, An Unexpected Outcome, calling it "A gripping, tragic portrait of a disintegrating relationship and of a valiant effort to restore a loving family" and adding that "Overall, the real strength of the story lies in the main characters." (Kirkus Reviews).
You can read the full review at KirkusReviews.com.

My new novel, An Unexpected Outcome, is now available in paperback and on the Kindle.
You can find it at Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
It is a powerful love story of commitment, broken vows, second chances, and relationship redemption that will appeal to readers of all ages. There is plenty of action to keep the pages turning and a number of plot twists and turns to surprise readers and take them on an emotional roller coaster. Authentic, vibrant characters will draw readers into the story quickly and an original plot will keep them guessing.
I hope you enjoy the read and welcome feedback after you finish.


Just finished writing the first draft of my next book. Attention now turns to the laborious task of editing (4-6 weeks), followed by cover and interior design (4-5 weeks). If all goes well, I hope to have it published and released by Thanksgiving, which would be ideal timing for making it a stocking-stuffer gift to those who love to read.
This novel will tug at your emotions and may inspire you to re-prioritize key relationships in your life (before it's too late). Most of all, I hope readers enjoy the story. Can't wait to make it available soon.