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Mendel's Release
Ted has two passions: Stephanie and his art, with Stephanie being the primary subject for his art. Stephanie is passionate about her biological clock and Ted. Ted doesn't seem to realize that a biological clock is ticking and then, he's on his own. Stephanie is gone.
Robert makes money hand over fist in ways that may not be legal and he likes to have a good time. Gregor Mendel, the father of genetics, was a monk that studied pea plants in the 1850's.
Ted's heartbroken, but finds solace in a 19th century monk, memories and painting. Robert makes Ted his new project and somehow, it all comes together in the end with everyone's life changing, except for Gregor Mendel, who remains deceased throughout the book.
A romantic tale that is full of passion, natural science plus some nudity, on and off of a canvas.
Robert makes money hand over fist in ways that may not be legal and he likes to have a good time. Gregor Mendel, the father of genetics, was a monk that studied pea plants in the 1850's.
Ted's heartbroken, but finds solace in a 19th century monk, memories and painting. Robert makes Ted his new project and somehow, it all comes together in the end with everyone's life changing, except for Gregor Mendel, who remains deceased throughout the book.
A romantic tale that is full of passion, natural science plus some nudity, on and off of a canvas.
184 pages, Paperback
Published November 30, 2017
About the author
Kent L Johnson
8 books6 followersKent L Johnson holds a BS in Biology and has worked in Seed Science for most of his 40-year career. He has 10 published short stories and a handful of unpublished stories, along with 3 novels. Among other events in Kent’s life, he has travelled and worked in Canada, England, France, Italy, Australia, Argentina, Chile, New Zealand and Spain, plus most of the USA. He worked as a waiter and cook, Cannery Waste Inspector, QA inspector at a Turkey Processing factory, QA Manager and researcher in seed coating, owned his own motorcycle leather and accessory shop, plus trained people around the world how to coat seeds (that’s unique, huh?). He currently resides a stone’s throw away from Louisville, Kentucky in New Albany, Indiana, just across the Ohio River.
A keen observation for details via science training, allowed Kent to observe details and behaviors not normally remembered which then is exposed in his written word.
A keen observation for details via science training, allowed Kent to observe details and behaviors not normally remembered which then is exposed in his written word.
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September 17, 2023
At the beginning of the narrative, Stephanie serving as his main source of inspiration, Ted, a routine employee who is apathetic towards his profession, suddenly re-embraces his fervour for art. He neglects to realise, however, that he and Stephanie won't last much longer if he isn't ready to take things to the next level, but before he could even do that, she is gone, leaving him heartbroken. As a result, he focuses on his art and finds solace in painting Gregor Mendel and his experiment, which hides a secret meaning from the general public that is only revealed to his eyes. Get a copy of this fantastic book to learn more.
The one thing that absolutely could not have gone unnoticed in this masterpiece is the tremendous character development. The action in this novel began in the first chapter, which made the character introductions swift and efficient. The book's opening few pages only explained how circumstances could be good one second and awful the next. The main character, Ted, who is also my personal favourite of all the characters, is next introduced. Kent L Johnson characterized Ted and Robert’s persona as rough and unyielding. His perseverance is just one of the many lessons I learned from this book.
I was not in any way ready for the plot twists in this book. The tensions were explicit and just right. The story instantly consumes you, plays with your mind, and takes you on a sweet adventure. The world-building is phenomenal. His writing is crisp and eloquent, with vivid attention to detail. Kent L Johnson mastered the art of character building. All the identities are well-developed and complement each other very well.
The language is simple, and the editing of the book is flawless. Mendel’s release deserves the widest possible readership and merits a 5 out of 5 stars. There was so much to take from this book. There was barely anything to dislike or recommend to the author to improve on.
The one thing that absolutely could not have gone unnoticed in this masterpiece is the tremendous character development. The action in this novel began in the first chapter, which made the character introductions swift and efficient. The book's opening few pages only explained how circumstances could be good one second and awful the next. The main character, Ted, who is also my personal favourite of all the characters, is next introduced. Kent L Johnson characterized Ted and Robert’s persona as rough and unyielding. His perseverance is just one of the many lessons I learned from this book.
I was not in any way ready for the plot twists in this book. The tensions were explicit and just right. The story instantly consumes you, plays with your mind, and takes you on a sweet adventure. The world-building is phenomenal. His writing is crisp and eloquent, with vivid attention to detail. Kent L Johnson mastered the art of character building. All the identities are well-developed and complement each other very well.
The language is simple, and the editing of the book is flawless. Mendel’s release deserves the widest possible readership and merits a 5 out of 5 stars. There was so much to take from this book. There was barely anything to dislike or recommend to the author to improve on.
September 17, 2023
A very intriguing romantic comedy novel compels readers to divert their attention in order to comprehend the relationship between science and art. despite appearing to be distinct. They come together in an exceptional way thanks to Mendel's release. This book gives readers a clear image of their current environments, technological advancements, and how these affect society.
The novel itself is fast-paced and fun, featuring lavish and completely enjoyable world-building, a narrative that is widescreen in scope but often intimate in scale, some nifty twists, and strong & vivid characterizations. this is not a novel with much idiosyncratic "style" but there is a very literary feel to it nonetheless. it is complex but straightforward, nuanced, carefully planned writing, in the classic historical-novel mode... but made grand & epic by the range of fascinating (and overlapping) multiple perspectives. The action scenes are sparse but very well-rendered.
Normally I dislike when an author has too many characters and jumps from character to character from one chapter to the next, not so in this book. Kent ability to tell a story and hook you on it, is so great that I started to look forward to these jumps to different characters. With this many characters you really are provided with a great narrow and broad picture of the currents of this world and narrative. It’s like watching individual storms all over the globe, all adding up to the global weather system. I rate it 5 star.
The novel itself is fast-paced and fun, featuring lavish and completely enjoyable world-building, a narrative that is widescreen in scope but often intimate in scale, some nifty twists, and strong & vivid characterizations. this is not a novel with much idiosyncratic "style" but there is a very literary feel to it nonetheless. it is complex but straightforward, nuanced, carefully planned writing, in the classic historical-novel mode... but made grand & epic by the range of fascinating (and overlapping) multiple perspectives. The action scenes are sparse but very well-rendered.
Normally I dislike when an author has too many characters and jumps from character to character from one chapter to the next, not so in this book. Kent ability to tell a story and hook you on it, is so great that I started to look forward to these jumps to different characters. With this many characters you really are provided with a great narrow and broad picture of the currents of this world and narrative. It’s like watching individual storms all over the globe, all adding up to the global weather system. I rate it 5 star.
September 17, 2023
Opening of Kent L Johnson book begins with:
Ted, an ordinary employee who had previously been apathetic towards his work, suddenly rediscovers his passion for art, with Stephanie serving as his main source of inspiration. Despite how much Ted falls in love with Stephanie at first sight, he fails to realise that their relationship won't continue long if they don't take action and step things up. In a flash, Stephanie is gone.
While grieving, he expresses his feelings through his art and finds comfort in depicting Gregor Mendel and his experiments. These paintings hold a secret meaning that is hidden from the general public and is only visible to him.
Mendel’s release was very exciting for me as I loved the writer’s structural techniques. The fact that he wrote brief chapters with impressively connecting sentences caught my emotions and drew me closer to the book. The book is well plotted and love the way the writer uses his best language to capture the mind of readers. I also love his timings on every character he introduces in the novel.
If you enjoy books with these topics, you'll find Mendel’s release to be enjoyable. The plot presented so much themes. This work was also very well edited, and I didn't locate any mistakes. The broadest audience is necessary to read Mendel’s release. A 5 star piece.
Ted, an ordinary employee who had previously been apathetic towards his work, suddenly rediscovers his passion for art, with Stephanie serving as his main source of inspiration. Despite how much Ted falls in love with Stephanie at first sight, he fails to realise that their relationship won't continue long if they don't take action and step things up. In a flash, Stephanie is gone.
While grieving, he expresses his feelings through his art and finds comfort in depicting Gregor Mendel and his experiments. These paintings hold a secret meaning that is hidden from the general public and is only visible to him.
Mendel’s release was very exciting for me as I loved the writer’s structural techniques. The fact that he wrote brief chapters with impressively connecting sentences caught my emotions and drew me closer to the book. The book is well plotted and love the way the writer uses his best language to capture the mind of readers. I also love his timings on every character he introduces in the novel.
If you enjoy books with these topics, you'll find Mendel’s release to be enjoyable. The plot presented so much themes. This work was also very well edited, and I didn't locate any mistakes. The broadest audience is necessary to read Mendel’s release. A 5 star piece.
September 17, 2023
Kent L Johnson has a great imagination and I'm glad it's being shared with stories. It's an enjoyable read filled with thrilling adventures and unforeseen twists. It is a fast paced action-packed story with prominent characters. I felt immersed in every section of this book because I could feel my imagination coming to life. There are few complex grammars I encountered while reading this book but I’m pleased I got to learn new words.
Without a doubt, Ted and Robert are my favourite character. I was in awe of his great talent as I watched him paint such beautiful portraits, particularly the one of himself in bare clothing. Who would have guessed that Ted, who knew nothing about Gregor Mendel, would be painting about him and wonderfully portraying his likeness? Even though Robert had a carefree life, was a constant drinker, and constantly embarrassed Ted, he nevertheless made a significant contribution to this book which made everything turn out perfectly.
Ultimately, I had a very smooth reading experience. I did not find any errors in my reading, meaning the editing was flawless. I'm rating Mendel’s release a 5 out of 5 stars.
Furthermore, I would recommend this book to enthusiasts of romance and adventure novels.
Without a doubt, Ted and Robert are my favourite character. I was in awe of his great talent as I watched him paint such beautiful portraits, particularly the one of himself in bare clothing. Who would have guessed that Ted, who knew nothing about Gregor Mendel, would be painting about him and wonderfully portraying his likeness? Even though Robert had a carefree life, was a constant drinker, and constantly embarrassed Ted, he nevertheless made a significant contribution to this book which made everything turn out perfectly.
Ultimately, I had a very smooth reading experience. I did not find any errors in my reading, meaning the editing was flawless. I'm rating Mendel’s release a 5 out of 5 stars.
Furthermore, I would recommend this book to enthusiasts of romance and adventure novels.
September 17, 2023
Ted, a typical employee who is disinterested in his job, unexpectedly rediscovers his passion for art with Stephanie as his primary source of inspiration. But he fails to comprehend that if he isn't willing to move things forward, he and Stephanie won't be together for very long. Before he could even do that, she leaves, leaving him brokenhearted. As a result, he concentrates on his art and finds comfort in depicting Gregor Mendel and his experiment in a way that is hidden from the broader public and only made clear to him. To understand more, get up a copy of this excellent book.
I have to praise the author for coordinating so many intersecting storylines. The approach to storytelling was rather complex and well-mapped out. This was such a thrilling and engaging read. I'm a sucker for thriller novels that weave together multiple narratives that ultimately culminate into one mind-blowing finish.
There was barely anything to dislike or recommend to the author to improve on. I did not find any errors in my reading, meaning the editing was flawless. Hence, I am rating this book 5 out of 5 stars.
I have to praise the author for coordinating so many intersecting storylines. The approach to storytelling was rather complex and well-mapped out. This was such a thrilling and engaging read. I'm a sucker for thriller novels that weave together multiple narratives that ultimately culminate into one mind-blowing finish.
There was barely anything to dislike or recommend to the author to improve on. I did not find any errors in my reading, meaning the editing was flawless. Hence, I am rating this book 5 out of 5 stars.
September 8, 2023
Mendel’s release
What an amazing book!
Ted, a regular worker who was so very much apathetic towards his job suddenly re-embraces his zeal for art with Stephanie as his primary inspiration. Ted so much falls in love with Stephanie at just first sight but what Ted fails to do is, realize that he and Stephanie won’t last much longer if doesn’t take a step forward and move things up a notch and just at a twinkle of an eye, Stephanie is gone.
Although heartbroken, he channels his emotions to his art and finds solace in painting Gregor Mendel and his experiments which obscures an encrypted meaning concealed to the public and only revealed in his eyes.
This is just an amazing read, blending elements of art, biology and life into a painting that surreptitiously hides a darker meaning to the artist’s inspiration. Arguably a fiction motivated by present day happenings or a true life story, Mendel’s release is literally a magnificent work of art both as a painting and as a book itself. I didn’t encounter any grammatical errors while reading the book. I was honestly pleased with the writer after reading this book because of how much effort he dedicated to plotting and rearranging all these essential details which has made this book a masterpiece.
I hereby give this book a 5 out of 5 rating and I highly recommend this book to lovers of fictions and romance as this book captures it all
What an amazing book!
Ted, a regular worker who was so very much apathetic towards his job suddenly re-embraces his zeal for art with Stephanie as his primary inspiration. Ted so much falls in love with Stephanie at just first sight but what Ted fails to do is, realize that he and Stephanie won’t last much longer if doesn’t take a step forward and move things up a notch and just at a twinkle of an eye, Stephanie is gone.
Although heartbroken, he channels his emotions to his art and finds solace in painting Gregor Mendel and his experiments which obscures an encrypted meaning concealed to the public and only revealed in his eyes.
This is just an amazing read, blending elements of art, biology and life into a painting that surreptitiously hides a darker meaning to the artist’s inspiration. Arguably a fiction motivated by present day happenings or a true life story, Mendel’s release is literally a magnificent work of art both as a painting and as a book itself. I didn’t encounter any grammatical errors while reading the book. I was honestly pleased with the writer after reading this book because of how much effort he dedicated to plotting and rearranging all these essential details which has made this book a masterpiece.
I hereby give this book a 5 out of 5 rating and I highly recommend this book to lovers of fictions and romance as this book captures it all
September 3, 2023
Mendel’s release
- [ ] An extremely captivating rom com story compelling readers to divert their thoughts to understanding the relationship between science and art. Although seemingly different, Mendel’s release puts them together in an exceptional way. This book paints a clear picture in the reader’s mind about our present world, the advances in technology and its effect on the populace. Mendel’s release also focuses on high level romance which could be seen between Ted and Stephanie, I admired their relationship so much, the way they were able to forgive each other effortlessly and come back on good terms just made me fall in love with this book, I have preferred a brief insight into their future but anyways I still enjoyed the book.
- [ ] I hereby give this book a five star rating. Anyone that reads this review shouldn’t hesitate in buying this book as it’s worth all your time and money.
- [ ] An extremely captivating rom com story compelling readers to divert their thoughts to understanding the relationship between science and art. Although seemingly different, Mendel’s release puts them together in an exceptional way. This book paints a clear picture in the reader’s mind about our present world, the advances in technology and its effect on the populace. Mendel’s release also focuses on high level romance which could be seen between Ted and Stephanie, I admired their relationship so much, the way they were able to forgive each other effortlessly and come back on good terms just made me fall in love with this book, I have preferred a brief insight into their future but anyways I still enjoyed the book.
- [ ] I hereby give this book a five star rating. Anyone that reads this review shouldn’t hesitate in buying this book as it’s worth all your time and money.
September 17, 2023
His world-building is superb, in my opinion. I was a little nervous about the premise going into it. Suspension of disbelief was established in the first 100 pages. This book is well-written. The major events were clearly and rapidly presented. You are not overpowered by the author's imagination because of the quick pace. Giving you the background you need so that the rest of the book makes sense finds a perfect balance. The prose is tightly written, and the pace is superb. Even if some characters have glimpsed the future, the struggle always feels present, and the tension that ties these disparate threads together never wavers.
Those who enjoys romance will enjoy this creative story. It takes up significant themes that concern us all and turns them into a page-turning story that will pique your interest.
Those who enjoys romance will enjoy this creative story. It takes up significant themes that concern us all and turns them into a page-turning story that will pique your interest.
September 17, 2023
It was easy for me to read this book. Simple terminology was employed. I came across a few odd terms, but they were all explained. Because he constantly strikes the mark, the author has a good understanding of his readership. Unfortunately, the story can be a little confusing at times, especially towards the middle, because there are too many perspective switches and shifts between the main settings. The plot is quite good. The author successfully surprises the reader on several occasions since he introduces a number of key plot turns. The plot consequently takes unexpected detours. As soon as you begin reading a book, you begin to make predictions.
There are many valuable lessons to be learned from this fascinating book. Additionally, I had no trouble understanding the author's intent while reading because there weren't any mistakes. So, I give this book a 5 out of 5 star rating.
There are many valuable lessons to be learned from this fascinating book. Additionally, I had no trouble understanding the author's intent while reading because there weren't any mistakes. So, I give this book a 5 out of 5 star rating.
October 9, 2023
Funny, sensual and informative. I read this while I was incarcerated. It couldn’t have come at a better time. The subject was enticing for me. Loved the characters and how the book flowed throughout. Great job Kent. Big fan
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