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Recurring Mortality: An action packed adventure novel

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Previously published as The Recurring Mortality of Declan Darby by Chris Cavanagh


In this electrifying action adventure, Declan Darby lives through the final moments of a person’s life when he touches them, experiencing everything that happens. Can he find a way to use this terrifying ability to save humanity and the woman he loves?

Compelled to live a reclusive life, enslaved by a debilitating phobia of human touch, Declan chooses to spend his days surfing alone, and his nights working as a burglar for hire. His painful secret forcing him into the shadows, he limits his interactions to his partner and the woman he secretly loves.

When a routine heist goes horribly wrong, Declan and his Twinkie loving buddy find themselves on the run, pursued by a relentless assassin determined to recover the stolen goods. To stay alive and prevent an impending disaster that he inadvertently created, Declan must confront the secret he has feared and kept hidden for the majority of his life.

Recurring Mortality is a pulse-pounding action/adventure. If you like edge-of-your-seat action, twists and turns, and laugh out loud moments, then you’ll love Chris Cavanagh’s apocalyptic page turner.

Buy Recurring Mortality for an adventure you won’t soon forget!


⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A thrilling rollercoaster read
“The premise of this book is unlike anything I have ever encountered. The plot was a thrilling roller coaster ride of twists and turns. I love the characters. It made me laugh. It made me cry. It has every element of a fantastic book.” ~ Goodreads Reviewer

351 pages, Paperback

Published September 23, 2022

About the author

Chris Cavanagh

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Chris Cavanagh grew up in the country near Peterborough, Ontario, attending Trent University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in History, but also a minor in English. Wanting to travel the world, he then completed his post graduate studies in Canberra, Australia. He has lived in Australia, Germany, Britain, and Canada. Chris would always say that his family is the most important part of his life, and he enjoys spending as much time with them as possible. Chris has a witty sense of humour, and his writing is sure to make you laugh. He is a parent, coach, teacher, and author, who loves life and everything it has to offer.

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September 23, 2023
I'm guessing this book is aimed at young teen boys. My grandson will probably love it, but I don't. It was publicized as a "pulse-pounding action thriller" but I couldn't get past all the yee-haw dialogue, dude. Sorry Mr. Cavanagh, I had to quit by page 150.
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