Gris-Gris

by R.C. Ducantlin

A Gris-Gris (gree-gree) is a talisman, an amulet, a voodoo charm, a spell, or magic believed capable of warding off evil and bringing good luck to oneself or bestowing misfortune on another.AJ's mother refused to marry his father, Rand. A struggling musician who is never around, AJ barely knew his father. Ignoring his mother's advice, AJ wants to be a musician. After college, his dream of being a musician takes a backseat to the responsibility of earning a living. A backseat until his estranged father passes away.The story opens with the reading of Rand LaLonde's Will and the awarding of his estate. In the lawyer's overcrowded conference room, the LaLonde family and friends are shocked at what happens.Rand understands he must carry the burden of the LaLonde family legacy. Rand's great aunt Miranda ensure the legacy continues.Not all voodoo is bad voodoo.

62 pages, Paperback

Published March 1, 2020

About the author

Two people sparked my interest in reading in high school: A close friend and an instructor. The instructor took an interest in the education of a boy he once called “The rebel without a clue.” He helped me to learn the value of an enjoyable book.

The instructor required me to read exciting historical novels for academic credit. Frank Norris, Leon Uris, and Ken Follett inspire and fuel my love of history. My lifelong friend encouraged me to read Frank Herbert and J. R. R. Tolkien. I became addicted to science fiction and fantasy.

I was born into a military family. Following the military tradition was logical. However, after four years of “yes, sir” and scraping the wax off floors, I decided there must be more fun in a corporate career.
After forty-plus years of work experience across the globe, I landed in Minnesota.

After forty-plus years of work experience across the globe, I landed in Minnesota.