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Tucker #1.5
For Tucker
Previously was sold as two separate books. So this edition is currently unavailable. You can find this story in a newer edition combined into one story. Look for a Tucker's Way edition that includes this (about 350 pages).
Our heroine returns in book two to face new crises.
Her daughter, Maisy, decides to try and extort money from the father of her daughter, April. Maisy miscalculates how he will react to her demands. When she threatens a paternity suit against him, he murders Maisy and unwittingly disposes of her body in the same area that Tucker disposed of her murdered father over thirty years ago.
Tucker’s limited life skills are put to the test as she experiences grief for the very first time and tries to help her grandchildren deal with the death of their mother. The only friend Tucker has ever had, Ella, reaches out to comfort Tucker in her grief.
While Tucker is searching through Maisy's effects, she finds an envelope with the words "For Tucker" on the outside. Inside she finds a letter naming the fathers of Maisy’s children.
But the murderer seems to have an airtight alibi.
Our heroine returns in book two to face new crises.
Her daughter, Maisy, decides to try and extort money from the father of her daughter, April. Maisy miscalculates how he will react to her demands. When she threatens a paternity suit against him, he murders Maisy and unwittingly disposes of her body in the same area that Tucker disposed of her murdered father over thirty years ago.
Tucker’s limited life skills are put to the test as she experiences grief for the very first time and tries to help her grandchildren deal with the death of their mother. The only friend Tucker has ever had, Ella, reaches out to comfort Tucker in her grief.
While Tucker is searching through Maisy's effects, she finds an envelope with the words "For Tucker" on the outside. Inside she finds a letter naming the fathers of Maisy’s children.
But the murderer seems to have an airtight alibi.
152 pages, Paperback
First published July 29, 2012
22 people are currently reading
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About the author
David Johnson
21 books180 followersDavid Johnson has developed a reputation as a writer of "books with heart." His books feature strong, unforgettable characters from humble backgrounds who have to grapple with the unexpected turns of everyday life.
He is the author of the riveting "Tucker" series, one of the best-selling series on Amazon. The series has collected over 5,000 reviews, averaging 4.7 stars, and sales of the books will soon approach 500,000 copies.
Toby, his next book, following the Tucker series, is a story about a dog, a woman who has gotten lost in addiction, and a hermit who has hidden from his past for decades.
The Woodcutter's Wife, a Civil War era, historical romance, was his next book. It is a story of love lost and love found.
And his newest release is The Last Patient. A story of secrets, resentment, regret, and redemption.
David maintains a very busy life outside of writing. He's a full-time Marriage and Family Therapist, is Director of a community chorus that performs all across the Southeast, performing 15 shows a year. He maintains a blog: www.thefrontwindow.wordpress.com . He's been married for 44 years, has two daughters and six grandchildren.
He would love to hear from you. Send him a note to davidjohnsonbooks@gmail.com and join him on Facebook - David Johnson, author
He is the author of the riveting "Tucker" series, one of the best-selling series on Amazon. The series has collected over 5,000 reviews, averaging 4.7 stars, and sales of the books will soon approach 500,000 copies.
Toby, his next book, following the Tucker series, is a story about a dog, a woman who has gotten lost in addiction, and a hermit who has hidden from his past for decades.
The Woodcutter's Wife, a Civil War era, historical romance, was his next book. It is a story of love lost and love found.
And his newest release is The Last Patient. A story of secrets, resentment, regret, and redemption.
David maintains a very busy life outside of writing. He's a full-time Marriage and Family Therapist, is Director of a community chorus that performs all across the Southeast, performing 15 shows a year. He maintains a blog: www.thefrontwindow.wordpress.com . He's been married for 44 years, has two daughters and six grandchildren.
He would love to hear from you. Send him a note to davidjohnsonbooks@gmail.com and join him on Facebook - David Johnson, author
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June 30, 2013
Great addition to the original story of Tucker's Way. This is a short book that can be enjoyed in an evening or less but will leave you wanting more.
The story is about friendship withstanding some very difficult times, but not your usual read. The author has a knack for throwing a surprise in the story line that keeps you wanting more.
The story is about friendship withstanding some very difficult times, but not your usual read. The author has a knack for throwing a surprise in the story line that keeps you wanting more.
August 21, 2013
One of the best books I have ever read, the story was so full emotions it was the one thing that many authors do not have. I hung on every word and could not wait to get to the next page. Tucker was a wonderful character with so many hidden emotions and a secret that no one wanted to have. Ella, Smiley, August, March, and April each play an important part in Tucker's life and bring life to this amazing book. I will read this series many times for it is amazing and in my opinion many authors should also read it just so they can find what is truly missing from many books which is life. I love this series
January 5, 2024
David Johnson you are an incredible writer. These books are amazing. I’ve had them on my kindle forever and decided this year I’m reading them, deleted them once read, but these may be keepers.
By all counts Tucker is a destitute women, that has lived way below the poverty line all of her life. Abused, neglected and treated like trash, but she has rose above it to be honest, caring, forthcoming in both action and words. We all can take lessons in her.
Our world has become the most degenerate generation I’ve ever witness. Our children ages 7 and up take guns to school and shoot other kids, our mothers kill their children because they don’t want to share custody with the man we stood before God and promised to love and protect him. We are raising our children to think they are entitled to the best education, clothes, jobs and homes, while they sit back and let others do the work and they take all the credit for a “job well done.”
Growing up in the 60’s I was taught to respect any adult in standing, study and work hard to achieve. I was working at 15 until at 63 I was forced to retire because of a disability I have no control over. I still work hard to take care of my family, my home and my friendships. When did being kind to everyone, no matter the color of their skin, or the amount in their bank account become an obsession to kill innocent people because you are ENTITLED to do it. All I can say is shame on you if you allow your children to have everything handed to them without hard work and perseverance. God has got to be so very disappointed in the very creatures He created. Many of us are no better than the wild animals in Africa. We lie, cheat, steal and kill for no reason other than it’s at our disposal. The devil is a happy man, he has people moving to his camp everyday. All this said kudos to the Tucker’s in our world and thankful that I serve a GOD that will come back one day and destroy all the violence and corruption and I will be in His Kingdom, rejoicing over not seeing the horror any more of how we treat people! Be kind, smile at the people you pass in the world, you have no idea what they are dealing with.
By all counts Tucker is a destitute women, that has lived way below the poverty line all of her life. Abused, neglected and treated like trash, but she has rose above it to be honest, caring, forthcoming in both action and words. We all can take lessons in her.
Our world has become the most degenerate generation I’ve ever witness. Our children ages 7 and up take guns to school and shoot other kids, our mothers kill their children because they don’t want to share custody with the man we stood before God and promised to love and protect him. We are raising our children to think they are entitled to the best education, clothes, jobs and homes, while they sit back and let others do the work and they take all the credit for a “job well done.”
Growing up in the 60’s I was taught to respect any adult in standing, study and work hard to achieve. I was working at 15 until at 63 I was forced to retire because of a disability I have no control over. I still work hard to take care of my family, my home and my friendships. When did being kind to everyone, no matter the color of their skin, or the amount in their bank account become an obsession to kill innocent people because you are ENTITLED to do it. All I can say is shame on you if you allow your children to have everything handed to them without hard work and perseverance. God has got to be so very disappointed in the very creatures He created. Many of us are no better than the wild animals in Africa. We lie, cheat, steal and kill for no reason other than it’s at our disposal. The devil is a happy man, he has people moving to his camp everyday. All this said kudos to the Tucker’s in our world and thankful that I serve a GOD that will come back one day and destroy all the violence and corruption and I will be in His Kingdom, rejoicing over not seeing the horror any more of how we treat people! Be kind, smile at the people you pass in the world, you have no idea what they are dealing with.
June 7, 2020
Great book
This book is well written. After starting it I couldn't put it down.
It is great to see that a woman seemingly with the last straw but in the end has risen to a high place in there life.
Excellent read. Aaaa+++++
This book is well written. After starting it I couldn't put it down.
It is great to see that a woman seemingly with the last straw but in the end has risen to a high place in there life.
Excellent read. Aaaa+++++
September 18, 2018
very good.
May 4, 2020
Thank you
I liked this very much the strength it took for Elle to find her right soul was a journey for her. Two women with the same loss is rare to find each other.
I liked this very much the strength it took for Elle to find her right soul was a journey for her. Two women with the same loss is rare to find each other.
December 20, 2014
In a word.... WOW. This gritty, raw, and heartfelt novel had me glued to my Kindle for two days. I walked into walls at work as I read it coming and going to break and lunch. So engrossed in the charachter of Tucker I was that I skipped going to the gym to finish this book.
In Tucker's Way we meet Tucker and Ellie. Tucker is a tough women who may not be book smart but she is a survivor and nobody'd fool. The trauma she endured from childhood abuse haunts her in her day to day life and beware to ANYONE that crosses her or those she loves. Tucker is raising her grandchildren in a dilapated home that has been passed down from her parents. We learn a lot about Tucker and get to watch this hard as nails women soften, even if it's just a bit, as she befriends her new neighbor Ellie.
David Johnson's writing is flawless and the inner and verbal dialogue he gives these characters shows his understanding of the different cadences of different social classes of the South. There are some graphic scenes in this story and it may be hard to read for some but every word is relevant to this story and to explaining the complex character of Tucker.
Not since Lonsome Dove have I been so engrossed in a cast of characters. I am eager to read this whole series and already dread the day I finish the last one.
Thank you Netgalley and Lake Union Publishing for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
In Tucker's Way we meet Tucker and Ellie. Tucker is a tough women who may not be book smart but she is a survivor and nobody'd fool. The trauma she endured from childhood abuse haunts her in her day to day life and beware to ANYONE that crosses her or those she loves. Tucker is raising her grandchildren in a dilapated home that has been passed down from her parents. We learn a lot about Tucker and get to watch this hard as nails women soften, even if it's just a bit, as she befriends her new neighbor Ellie.
David Johnson's writing is flawless and the inner and verbal dialogue he gives these characters shows his understanding of the different cadences of different social classes of the South. There are some graphic scenes in this story and it may be hard to read for some but every word is relevant to this story and to explaining the complex character of Tucker.
Not since Lonsome Dove have I been so engrossed in a cast of characters. I am eager to read this whole series and already dread the day I finish the last one.
Thank you Netgalley and Lake Union Publishing for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
October 18, 2013
This is the second book in the Tucker series. It was packed with emotion and really kept me reading. Tucker and Ella are now true friends. Ella and Tucker both suffer great heartache. Ella has to again and again choose between doing what's right and protecting her evil son. Tucker suffers great heartache when her daughter is murdered and when she finds out who the fathers of her grandchildren are.
Maisy is a hooker, and in this book, we see her with one of her customers. No sex, but a little more than I would want my middle school or high school child to read.
A couple of things I didn't like about the book:
1. Some wrong words that slowed the reading down--examples, "don't" instead of "down" and "one" instead of "on." It needed better proofreading.
2. A little swearing, although the swearing fit the character and wasn't too offensive to me.
Maisy is a hooker, and in this book, we see her with one of her customers. No sex, but a little more than I would want my middle school or high school child to read.
A couple of things I didn't like about the book:
1. Some wrong words that slowed the reading down--examples, "don't" instead of "down" and "one" instead of "on." It needed better proofreading.
2. A little swearing, although the swearing fit the character and wasn't too offensive to me.
January 8, 2014
LOVE Tucker!!
This is the second book I have read about Tucker and I love it as much or more as the first one...I like the way the author details and describes things. I also enjoy reading the way they talk. I can picture them being in my house talking.so real to life..can't wait to read the next one!!! 2 thumbs up!!
This is the second book I have read about Tucker and I love it as much or more as the first one...I like the way the author details and describes things. I also enjoy reading the way they talk. I can picture them being in my house talking.so real to life..can't wait to read the next one!!! 2 thumbs up!!
May 30, 2014
Second in a series. Loved book one and decided to try book two. I was not disappointed. The characters stayed true to the story and the twists in the story helped define them. Sorry that the mother was murdered, I was thinking she might turn around. The bond of love and friendship also remained true in this second part.
April 13, 2016
This is a supplement to the novel "Tucker's Way", and the story isn't really over until it is read. Please read both, though they are difficult they are also rewarding. Johnson's characters are so well developed they become good friends or deep enemies. I will be reading more about Tucker and her family!
September 22, 2013
In this second book of the Tuker series, Ella and Tucker are now firm friends who are faced with a new tragedy when tuckers daughter is murdered. The strength of their relationship is tested as the events leading to Tucker's daughter are revealed. This is a quick and satisfying read.
January 27, 2014
For Tucker
I read this book after reading Tucker's Way, the first book of the Tucker series. Both books were very good, very different from any book I've read in the past. I highly recommend both . books!
I read this book after reading Tucker's Way, the first book of the Tucker series. Both books were very good, very different from any book I've read in the past. I highly recommend both . books!
May 3, 2014
Awesome!
I chose this rating, because I could not guess the next step or outcome- it was very interesting- I love the fact that two women could be so different and become best friend.
I chose this rating, because I could not guess the next step or outcome- it was very interesting- I love the fact that two women could be so different and become best friend.
August 9, 2014
I would recommend this.
I would recommend this.
Good closure for the story that started with Tucker's Way. Ending does leave the door open for another Tucker story.
I would recommend this.
Good closure for the story that started with Tucker's Way. Ending does leave the door open for another Tucker story.
November 25, 2014
Tucker and family and friends
This book is so good it warms your heart and it also bring tears to your eyes .Just to see what these people went through .can't wait to finish the other books.
This book is so good it warms your heart and it also bring tears to your eyes .Just to see what these people went through .can't wait to finish the other books.
September 14, 2013
Well written. Good story.
November 13, 2013
Absolutely excellent! Best books I have read in a long time. Now onto the 3rd book.
February 13, 2014
Good read
so nice to read a book that is descriptive without being graphic, shows that sex and murder can be used in a story without being crude.v
so nice to read a book that is descriptive without being graphic, shows that sex and murder can be used in a story without being crude.v
February 16, 2014
Read both For Tucker and Tucker's way. Both very good
March 31, 2014
For Tucker
I loved this and Tucker do not judge a. person until you know them what a wonderful person she was
I loved this and Tucker do not judge a. person until you know them what a wonderful person she was
April 10, 2014
Book 2 is just as good as book one.
October 7, 2014
For Tucker
I read this in one afternoon, couldn't put it down. Now can't wait to start the third which I'm sure will keep me spell bound.
I read this in one afternoon, couldn't put it down. Now can't wait to start the third which I'm sure will keep me spell bound.
November 24, 2014
This book really brought to life, hard times and how people cope with them. And relationships of people. A must read.
January 27, 2015
Excellent
I enjoyed reading the whole series! Each chapter was better than the next,. They were also easy read books excellent!
I enjoyed reading the whole series! Each chapter was better than the next,. They were also easy read books excellent!
February 5, 2015
I liked this book along with its predecessor, Tucker's Way. 3 1/2 stars.
December 12, 2014
Touching, Endearing, Captivating & Eye Opening!
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