The Yellow Man Was Here

by Anthony Brian Mooney

“This, America, is the sound of change racking against itself and a money hungry villain who counts his cash among the damp docks of a rotting nation. The Yellow Man was here.” With the unyielding weight of an abusive father and a sinking nation before him, Allen succumbs to the pressure and takes his own life. Lucas, his younger brother, sets out to follow the map Allen had drawn in the notebook filled with secrets. The map is a list of the locations of all of the writings belonging to the elusive and mysterious Yellow Man. Setting out from California, Lucas becomes entangled in a journey of discovery. He discovers much about his brother, and more importantly, discovers himself. His brother’s true identity is realized against the backdrop of the modern American landscape. On this journey, Luke learns more than he ever sought out to find.

102 pages, Paperback

First published June 12, 2006

Reviews

[Tripp Buckner · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book had an amazing story of finding yourself, death, journey, relationships, etc. Some of the sentences were long and a little difficult to read, but it did not take away from the theme. I admired a lot of the thoughts Lucas and Allen had. They were relevant and interesting. The conflict was rich and led to a compelling, complete story.

[Cassie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This novel got to me in a way that a lot of the novels I've read recently haven't been able to. It got underneath my skin and into my blood, and each character I think will hold a special place in my heart forever. The Yellow Man was Here is a truly remarkable novel, and it is an essential read for anyone interested in the Beat Generation, or the Gonzo movement, or anything of the like. I highly recommend it.