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The Claire Saga #1-3
The Claire Trilogy (Books 1-3): Box Set - The Wise Ass, An Alien Appeal, and Kissing My Ass Goodbye
"I don't believe I've ever read a book quite like The Wise Ass, and I've read quite a few. It's a mix of suspense, Goodfellas, sci-fi, caper, and just plain good fun." –Karen M, Amazon Top Reviewer
"The Claire Trilogy is a commentary on our times with a little magic and space adventures thrown in." –Oldcowgurl (Amazon Reviewer)
"This is Grisham on mushrooms." –Colin Broderick, author of Orangutan
***This box set includes the full Claire Trilogy by award-winning author Tom McCaffrey. The prequel, Finding Jimmy Moran, is now available! Book #4 of The Claire Saga, Where the Ley Lines Meet, releases June 2024.
THE WISE ASS (Book 1)
When Wise Guys meet the Wise Ass and friends, all hell breaks loose.
After his brothers are murdered, a New York mob lawyer testifies against his associates and is forced to enter WITSEC (the Witness Protection Program). He and his wife are relocated to a rural area outside a small town in Colorado where he is compelled to adapt to his new life under the constant threat of mafia reprisal. Reflexively resisting his immersion into all things country, this life long city boy meets and adopts a loquacious mule and befriends his closest neighbors, who have even greater secrets to conceal.
A renegade US Marshall, a lesbian couple that includes a powerful psychic-medium-witch and an ex-army ranger completes his new circle of friends. When the mob associates are released due to the lawyer's intentionally prejudicial testimony at trial, they come gunning for him before the retrial can occur.
AN ALIEN APPEAL (Book 2)
An Alien Appeal picks up where The Wise Ass left off, expands the roster of mystical and magical characters, reunites Jimmy with his last sibling and finds Jimmy and Everett traveling through space to Proxima b to answer to that planet's elite for Everett's decisions and Jimmy's continued existence.
All of Jimmy's wishes come true, including arguing his friend's case before the highest court in this galaxy, but there are prices to pay and Jimmy's life hangs in the balance. Love is tested and irrevocable choices are made.
These colorful characters' continuing evolution embraces love, interstellar courtroom drama, loss and tears. Of course, Claire plays her central role in the resolution of it all, but nothing remains the same. Beware the law of unintended consequences.
KISSING MY ASS GOODBYE (Book 3)
This final installment of The Claire Trilogy picks up where An Alien Appeal leaves off, expands the roster of mystical characters and introduces the next generation of Terran-Centauri hybrids. When the interstellar childrens' powers are inadvertently exposed to the Internet, Machiavellian twin tech tyrants attempt to kidnap them for their own nefarious purposes.
During the ultimate showdown between Claire and her family of misfits, one of the most powerful corporations on earth and the United States military, love is tested and lives are forfeited. Where will the survivors go from here? Be ready to say goodbye.
"The Claire Trilogy is a commentary on our times with a little magic and space adventures thrown in." –Oldcowgurl (Amazon Reviewer)
"This is Grisham on mushrooms." –Colin Broderick, author of Orangutan
***This box set includes the full Claire Trilogy by award-winning author Tom McCaffrey. The prequel, Finding Jimmy Moran, is now available! Book #4 of The Claire Saga, Where the Ley Lines Meet, releases June 2024.
THE WISE ASS (Book 1)
When Wise Guys meet the Wise Ass and friends, all hell breaks loose.
After his brothers are murdered, a New York mob lawyer testifies against his associates and is forced to enter WITSEC (the Witness Protection Program). He and his wife are relocated to a rural area outside a small town in Colorado where he is compelled to adapt to his new life under the constant threat of mafia reprisal. Reflexively resisting his immersion into all things country, this life long city boy meets and adopts a loquacious mule and befriends his closest neighbors, who have even greater secrets to conceal.
A renegade US Marshall, a lesbian couple that includes a powerful psychic-medium-witch and an ex-army ranger completes his new circle of friends. When the mob associates are released due to the lawyer's intentionally prejudicial testimony at trial, they come gunning for him before the retrial can occur.
AN ALIEN APPEAL (Book 2)
An Alien Appeal picks up where The Wise Ass left off, expands the roster of mystical and magical characters, reunites Jimmy with his last sibling and finds Jimmy and Everett traveling through space to Proxima b to answer to that planet's elite for Everett's decisions and Jimmy's continued existence.
All of Jimmy's wishes come true, including arguing his friend's case before the highest court in this galaxy, but there are prices to pay and Jimmy's life hangs in the balance. Love is tested and irrevocable choices are made.
These colorful characters' continuing evolution embraces love, interstellar courtroom drama, loss and tears. Of course, Claire plays her central role in the resolution of it all, but nothing remains the same. Beware the law of unintended consequences.
KISSING MY ASS GOODBYE (Book 3)
This final installment of The Claire Trilogy picks up where An Alien Appeal leaves off, expands the roster of mystical characters and introduces the next generation of Terran-Centauri hybrids. When the interstellar childrens' powers are inadvertently exposed to the Internet, Machiavellian twin tech tyrants attempt to kidnap them for their own nefarious purposes.
During the ultimate showdown between Claire and her family of misfits, one of the most powerful corporations on earth and the United States military, love is tested and lives are forfeited. Where will the survivors go from here? Be ready to say goodbye.
804 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 22, 2023
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About the author
Tom McCaffrey
17 books92 followersTom McCaffrey is a born-and-bred New Yorker who, after a long career working as a successful entertainment attorney in Manhattan, relocated with his wife to a small town in Northern Colorado to follow a road less travelled and return to his first passion, writing. Despite the local rumors started by Claire the mule, he denies being in the Witness Protection Program.
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Displaying 1 - 14 of 14 reviews
September 10, 2023
Oh boy! What a story!
This was like a vacation, with all the twists and turns you would expect from a rollercoaster. Love the characters, especially Claire!
This was like a vacation, with all the twists and turns you would expect from a rollercoaster. Love the characters, especially Claire!
September 27, 2023
Weirdly different!
This author’s mastery of written expression makes reading a pleasure - I thoroughly enjoyed his ability to weave a wildly imaginative story featuring a clever plot full of intrigue and unique characters. Unfortunately in books 2 & 3, he periodically curdles his smoothly flowing narrative with clotted tirades vilifying our government’s Covid response - opinions not central to the story, which would be better expressed on an editorial page. If you can forgive his moments of jangling political rants, you will actually relish this series and fall in love with his truly delightful characters - the world needs more Claire!!
This author’s mastery of written expression makes reading a pleasure - I thoroughly enjoyed his ability to weave a wildly imaginative story featuring a clever plot full of intrigue and unique characters. Unfortunately in books 2 & 3, he periodically curdles his smoothly flowing narrative with clotted tirades vilifying our government’s Covid response - opinions not central to the story, which would be better expressed on an editorial page. If you can forgive his moments of jangling political rants, you will actually relish this series and fall in love with his truly delightful characters - the world needs more Claire!!
February 6, 2024
Actually, I couldn’t finish it got so stupid. I really liked the premise and sounded like it should be a wild ride, but about three fourths of the way through the first book, it just started getting so ridiculous that eventually I did what I NEVER do and decided to stop reading it. Not worth your time, I’m afraid to say. Which is sad because I love crazy books like this, but all the other political bs just got to be too much.
September 23, 2024
The Claire Book Trilogy
I couldn't put the book down and read the whole trilogy in two days. It was such a great story no matter how fantastical it would get. Just when you think it can't get any crazier low and behold it does. It is written so well and is fast paced. The characters become endearing as they evolve during the course of the story. I look forward to reading the other two books that are part of the theme of this one.
I couldn't put the book down and read the whole trilogy in two days. It was such a great story no matter how fantastical it would get. Just when you think it can't get any crazier low and behold it does. It is written so well and is fast paced. The characters become endearing as they evolve during the course of the story. I look forward to reading the other two books that are part of the theme of this one.
January 16, 2024
Did we really need to have American political bias in the last book?
I really enjoyed the first two books but the third was spoiled by a political rant in the middle. I don’t much care on which side of the political pie you place your fork, but I didn’t feel that it added to the story.
I really enjoyed the first two books but the third was spoiled by a political rant in the middle. I don’t much care on which side of the political pie you place your fork, but I didn’t feel that it added to the story.
July 28, 2023
This set is true entertainment
Well written, entrancing, terrific characters. This was a great read. I'd recommend it to everyone. But be prepared, you won't be able to do anything else until you finish.
Well written, entrancing, terrific characters. This was a great read. I'd recommend it to everyone. But be prepared, you won't be able to do anything else until you finish.
August 10, 2023
Enjoyable read
I admit the alien scenario was a bit of a stretch. I enjoyed that Jimmy grew and his expanding family. All families come in different personalities and characteristics. The fun in watching them mesh and learn to appreciate each other.
I admit the alien scenario was a bit of a stretch. I enjoyed that Jimmy grew and his expanding family. All families come in different personalities and characteristics. The fun in watching them mesh and learn to appreciate each other.
December 14, 2023
Really not interested in the author’s political views
Series started off ok, then took a turn to the bizarre. Stuck with it til his political views started coming through at which point I skimmed to the end. Will not read another of his books
Series started off ok, then took a turn to the bizarre. Stuck with it til his political views started coming through at which point I skimmed to the end. Will not read another of his books
December 20, 2023
A Thrill Ride from Start to Finish
Tom McCaffrey is more than a writer, he’s a creator of worlds. From The Wise Ass to Kissing My Ass Goodbye, you enter a cast of characters that become family. Be ready to live, laugh, and love through these books.
Tom McCaffrey is more than a writer, he’s a creator of worlds. From The Wise Ass to Kissing My Ass Goodbye, you enter a cast of characters that become family. Be ready to live, laugh, and love through these books.
July 6, 2023
great trilogy
This is a very entertaining and riveting series of 3 books. Talking mule, aliens, instant transporting, evil twins, and a whole lot of fun and games!
This is a very entertaining and riveting series of 3 books. Talking mule, aliens, instant transporting, evil twins, and a whole lot of fun and games!
October 7, 2023
Best book I've read in awhile. It has everything. I'm not going to spoil anything, just hop on and enjoy the trip.
March 15, 2024
Mules Rule
I love mules. Claire is no exception. She is awesome. Loved all the characters and adventures that you shared.I am looking forward for next Grouping.
I love mules. Claire is no exception. She is awesome. Loved all the characters and adventures that you shared.I am looking forward for next Grouping.
August 20, 2023
Enjoyed book 1.
Did not finish the trilogy.
Did not finish the trilogy.
February 3, 2024
Should be a TV series
I read this thrilling trilogy and immediately read it again. These characters are so incredible. And a story line that moved from one exciting episode to the next. Fell in love with Claire. Who wouldn't love a talking mule with her sense of humor. Without a doubt the best thing I have read in a long time. Totally entertaining.
I read this thrilling trilogy and immediately read it again. These characters are so incredible. And a story line that moved from one exciting episode to the next. Fell in love with Claire. Who wouldn't love a talking mule with her sense of humor. Without a doubt the best thing I have read in a long time. Totally entertaining.
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