The Fourth Son

By Terry G Dodd

What are the odds of genetics genealogy connecting two long-retired men with vastly different backgrounds, interests and geography to a crucial event decades earlier?

A strand of DNA represents the canvas for this short story's blended tale connecting two surprised seniors.

This is a lengthy short story inspired by real people and actual events. Its writing has come about through a surprising and dramatic personal revelation, but this is not a documentary. Some scenes, characters, characters' names and backstories incorporating artistic imagination are written to support the underlying story.

Reader Comments:

"I didn't want to put it down." --BM, GA

"We are awarding you the Lake Loon Short Story Award." --DA, NY

"I think the 'Hound of Heaven' is dogging me." --MS, GA

"I greatly enjoyed reading The Fourth Son." --RS, GA

"I felt like I was reading it in the time of the setting." --MT, KY

"This story is written with humor and compassion." --JC, GA

"What a thoroughly engaging back-story " --WH, FL

"You never know the surprises that might await you." --DS, GA

"I found the story immensely enjoyable." --JD, NY

"As an adventurer myself, I loved the mystery." --JF, GA

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1947773933
• ISBN13: 9781947773936
• Release Date: November 2020
• Publisher: Yawn's Books & More, Inc.
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.5" x 8.5"