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Two Years Dead
After a near-fatal assassination attempt, Jay Fields wakes from a coma with a chance to rewrite his life. Once the key witness against a crime boss, he now faces the fallout of his past as the FBI is eager to cut him loose. Burdened by guilt over the death of Agent Shawn Harper, Jay anonymously helps Harper's widow, Megan, only for her to discover his identity and connection to her husband's fate. As they navigate their complicated feelings and seek the truth behind that fateful night, Jay must confront his old demons while protecting Megan from the dangers lurking in the shadows. Will their unexpected bond lead to redemption or drag them both back into darkness?
257 pages, Paperback
Published January 14, 2025
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Alan Cupp
9 books24 followersAlan Cupp loves to create and entertain, whether it’s with a captivating mystery novel or a funny promotional video for his church, he’s always anticipating his next creative endeavor. In addition to writing fiction, Alan enjoys acting, music, travel, and playing sports. His life’s motto is, “It’s better to wear out than rust out.” Alan places a high value on time spent with his beautiful wife and their two sons. He lives his life according to his 4F philosophy: Faith, Family, Friends, and Fun.
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April 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️ Two Years Dead by Alan Cupp is a quick, engaging read about trying to rebuild a life while still be haunted by the past. It’s a straightforward story with relatable themes of redemption and personal growth, and a smattering of romance.
May 6, 2025
Two Years Dead is a new novel by Alan Cupp who has a number of previously published works. Set in the USA it is a story of redemption featuring Jay Fields, a young man who is keen to escape the all too familiar teenage background of being sucked into the world of criminal gangs.
The story starts in a dramatic style as he awakes from a two year coma, caused by being shot in the head. We learn about his troubled past and Jay is given the golden opportunity of a fresh start under a new identity, which he surprisingly declines.
I found the character of Jay infectious. More like a puppy or a lively child than a seasoned criminal. He has boundless energy, cares for those close to him, is determined to learn from his past errors and has a strong sense of right and wrong.
Whilst have yet to read any of Cupp’s previous books I found his writing style in Two Years Dead a perfect match for Jay’s character. The text flows at a pace that suggests Capp does not pause for thought or, at times, even to breathe.
The relationship with Megan is unlikely but Capp makes it work very well. There is a lot of gentle humour and a bit of cheese. The story climaxes with some threatened danger and the plot is explained with a usefully placed confession.
Whilst Two Years Dead could be considered lightweight it was very entertaining and if he can manage it I would like to hear more of Jay and Megan. I have awarded four stars.
The story starts in a dramatic style as he awakes from a two year coma, caused by being shot in the head. We learn about his troubled past and Jay is given the golden opportunity of a fresh start under a new identity, which he surprisingly declines.
I found the character of Jay infectious. More like a puppy or a lively child than a seasoned criminal. He has boundless energy, cares for those close to him, is determined to learn from his past errors and has a strong sense of right and wrong.
Whilst have yet to read any of Cupp’s previous books I found his writing style in Two Years Dead a perfect match for Jay’s character. The text flows at a pace that suggests Capp does not pause for thought or, at times, even to breathe.
The relationship with Megan is unlikely but Capp makes it work very well. There is a lot of gentle humour and a bit of cheese. The story climaxes with some threatened danger and the plot is explained with a usefully placed confession.
Whilst Two Years Dead could be considered lightweight it was very entertaining and if he can manage it I would like to hear more of Jay and Megan. I have awarded four stars.
January 10, 2025
TWO YEARS DEAD by Alan Cupp is a contemporary, adult, slightly romantic, suspense thriller focusing on thirty year old Jay Fields, and widow/single mother Megan Harper.
Told from omniscient third person perspective TWO YEARS DEAD follows in the aftermath of a twenty-two month coma in which former gang-banger Jay Fields was left for dead while in the custody of the FBI. Now thirty years old, awake, and hoping to start a new life, Jay sets out to appease his guilt, helping out the widow of the FBI agent who died saving his life but from the outset bodies begin to amass, and our struggling hero finds himself the prime suspect for everything that went wrong.
The world building focuses on Jay Fields’ attempts to get his life under control but someone is targeting our story line couple. Megan Harper is willing to give Jay a chance but the past refuses to forgive and forget.
We are introduced to Jay’s mother Olivia Fields, cousin Tabitha; questionable FBI agents as well as an assortment of law enforcement personnel, gang members and affiliates.
TWO YEARS DEAD is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, obsession and murder, friendships and forgiveness. The premise is dramatic and intriguing; the characters are determined, dynamic and compelling
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Told from omniscient third person perspective TWO YEARS DEAD follows in the aftermath of a twenty-two month coma in which former gang-banger Jay Fields was left for dead while in the custody of the FBI. Now thirty years old, awake, and hoping to start a new life, Jay sets out to appease his guilt, helping out the widow of the FBI agent who died saving his life but from the outset bodies begin to amass, and our struggling hero finds himself the prime suspect for everything that went wrong.
The world building focuses on Jay Fields’ attempts to get his life under control but someone is targeting our story line couple. Megan Harper is willing to give Jay a chance but the past refuses to forgive and forget.
We are introduced to Jay’s mother Olivia Fields, cousin Tabitha; questionable FBI agents as well as an assortment of law enforcement personnel, gang members and affiliates.
TWO YEARS DEAD is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, obsession and murder, friendships and forgiveness. The premise is dramatic and intriguing; the characters are determined, dynamic and compelling
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December 31, 2025
Surprising storyline ! Great relatable characters
Very ingenious plot and an unputdownable adventure once you get to know the players. Engaging mystery, suspenseful action, hero and heroine you can readily root for, humor, romance, broad spectrum entertainment!
So enjoyable.
Very ingenious plot and an unputdownable adventure once you get to know the players. Engaging mystery, suspenseful action, hero and heroine you can readily root for, humor, romance, broad spectrum entertainment!
So enjoyable.
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