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Phoenix Fire
A Phoenix, Arizona entrepreneur and an ad agency director fall in love in a most unusual way. Their relationship is interrupted by sibling clashes, a gambling addiction, a murder, and a matriarch's secret that ultimately causes emotional chaos and disorientation. This is a book that will draw the reader into the story and compel them to stay glued until the end. The gripping climax to PHOENIX FIRE is powerful, and tissues are recommended. Treat yourself to a marvelous romance, mixed with some suspense and a desert odyssey to save one's soul. A truly great read.
340 pages, Paperback
First published June 22, 2016
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About the author
Billy Ray Chitwood
21 books83 followers- Graduate of Lycoming College (Williamsport, PA) - BA English
- Actor in film, stage, television
- Honorably and proudly served in the United States Navy
- Taught school (Advanced Writing)
- Worked in Sales and Marketing for major textbook publishers
- Owned and ran a business
- Author of 14 books, with one more in the oven
- Recently moved from The Sea of Cortez with wife, Julie Anne, and 'George' (a Bengal cat with some serious attitude). Now live in the bluegrass rolling hills of Kentucky.
-Writing is therapy for the soul.
- Actor in film, stage, television
- Honorably and proudly served in the United States Navy
- Taught school (Advanced Writing)
- Worked in Sales and Marketing for major textbook publishers
- Owned and ran a business
- Author of 14 books, with one more in the oven
- Recently moved from The Sea of Cortez with wife, Julie Anne, and 'George' (a Bengal cat with some serious attitude). Now live in the bluegrass rolling hills of Kentucky.
-Writing is therapy for the soul.
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June 22, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars --- Blend or romance and suspense really works.
By Timothy M. Tays on June 21, 2016
I received an advance copy of "Phoenix Fire" to review because I have read many of Billy Ray Chitwood's books. He clearly is an author who loves to write because his genres range from suspense to crime to memoir to political opinion to psychological thrillers to "Phoenix Fire," a a blend of romance and suspense, heavy into characters' psychology and psychopathology. I am admittedly a fan—especially enjoying Chitwood's frequent dips into depraved human psychology and behavior—and "Phoenix Fire" does not disappoint. The sibling rivalry is perverse yet believable, and the protagonist's inner-demons are understandable, deadly, yet something to be risen above. Bravo, Mr. Chitwood, for another enjoyable two-day read (I read quickly wanting to see what would happen next.).
By Timothy M. Tays on June 21, 2016
I received an advance copy of "Phoenix Fire" to review because I have read many of Billy Ray Chitwood's books. He clearly is an author who loves to write because his genres range from suspense to crime to memoir to political opinion to psychological thrillers to "Phoenix Fire," a a blend of romance and suspense, heavy into characters' psychology and psychopathology. I am admittedly a fan—especially enjoying Chitwood's frequent dips into depraved human psychology and behavior—and "Phoenix Fire" does not disappoint. The sibling rivalry is perverse yet believable, and the protagonist's inner-demons are understandable, deadly, yet something to be risen above. Bravo, Mr. Chitwood, for another enjoyable two-day read (I read quickly wanting to see what would happen next.).
August 6, 2016
When Jenny Mason meets eligible bachelor Jason Prince following a near-death experience, her future looks rosy. But complications arise in the form of Jason's wastrel brother Carlton, and a family member is terminally ill. The course of true love never did run smooth...
Billy Ray Chitwood's novels always contain a subtext of yearning for love and comprehension of a complex world, but in 'Phoenix Fire' the philosophical musings are more overt and integral to the story. A tale of loss, rivalry and the search for redemption, this book is a powerful tribute to the importance of family and the redemptive power of love. Keep a handkerchief handy.
Highly recommended for the romantics among us.
Billy Ray Chitwood's novels always contain a subtext of yearning for love and comprehension of a complex world, but in 'Phoenix Fire' the philosophical musings are more overt and integral to the story. A tale of loss, rivalry and the search for redemption, this book is a powerful tribute to the importance of family and the redemptive power of love. Keep a handkerchief handy.
Highly recommended for the romantics among us.
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