Brutus: A Novel

by Ron Fuller Welch

Characters from three continents combine their efforts in Africa to find the largest man-eating lion in recorded history. American trapper George Stedman, his African business partner Natu, and other famous hunters capture the lion, but not before Stedman loses his leg to the beast. The lion mysteriously arrives at the Smoky Mountains Zoo in Knoxville, Tn. in the care of Stedman, the now sadistic man that lost his leg and the only person in America aware that the lion is a vicious killer! Stedman's nephew Jebidiah, the care-taker who witnessed his Uncle's daily revenge on the lion, befriends the beast. Jeb, abused and illiterate, never knowing kindness or love from others, discovers his Uncle's secret. Soon, the only thing that matters is BRUTUS. The name given to the Great Cat.... The one word that trembled upon Jeb's lips at night, in near ecstasy. Obsessed with the lion, he would do whatever was necessary to keep them together, forever. Yet, only one thing could possibly keep Jeb from his The annoying Australian born cop named Cleary, who suspects, yet is powerless to stop him. For Jeb, it’s a problem that could only be solved with blood.... When Jeb helps Brutus escape into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited park in America, the largest search in United States history horrifies the country as the deaths’ mount in the mysterious, mist covered hills. “Brutus” is a thrilling and unforgettable story of deception, pain, terror and death!

360 pages, Paperback

Published June 25, 2020

Reviews

[David Agosta · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book, by the “Tennessee Stud”. Unlike previous wrestlers, turned author, it’s not about the business or an autobiography. This is a fictious adventure. An oversized African Lion is brought to a Zoo; in Knoxville, TN. It escapes into the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. It goes on a killing rampage and has the great terrain, to his advantage. Compared to Peter Benchley’s “JAWS”, it’s a must read. Personally, I found it better than “JAWS”; which is a great novel. Unlike Vince McMahon, Ron has multiple business success, outside of wrestling. He betters Vinny Mac again, in the book business.

[Glenn Abbott · Rating 5 out of 5]

JUST SIMPLY AMAZING!!!

Rons style of storytelling grips you from first page till last, being able to tell the story from three different perspectives and investing the reader in each is an art not many seasoned novelists can do. With a good solid paced beginning introducing the characters to a heart pounding finale this is simply an amazing read.