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Ethan and Coop are sent to the construction zone along the Panama Canal. They have some experience with strange phenomenon, but nothing prepared them for this.
They are faced with civil war, Carlist pretenders to the thrones of France and Spain, an invading Spanish army, and another, from Hell itself. They’ll be lucky to survive, let alone take care of anything while they’re down there.
This story is based upon the construction of the canal, Panamanian independence, international cooperation, and a few celebrity cameos. Even the magic takes on an international flavor.
Ghosts and Voodoo are one thing, but they have no idea what waits along the isthmus.
I love books with a paranormal twist and have read Will O’ the Wisp, also by C. S. Boyack. You can read that review HERE.
Panama took me on a reading adventure I will not soon forget. Now, sit back, and listen to how it all began. It’s a doozy! I have a book hangover like you would not believe.
First, let me introduce you to Ethan, a man who possesses the ability to see ghosts! And, if that isn’t strange enough, he can communicate with them. So, it was with little surprise that this unusual ability gets the attention of President Theodore Roosevelt.
Strange paranormal events are affecting the building of the famous Panama Canal, and the President knows just the man who can figure it out. He grants a unique opportunity to Ethan where he can become a U. S. Marshall, with a post in the Witchcraft Division. Ethan knows he will need help, so he asks to have his friend, Coop, serve with him.
However, Coop has his own problems and will need Ethan’s help to save him from certain death. Coop is a practitioner of the ancient Hoodoo magic rites, and between the two men, they eventually set out to complete their mission.
However, before they embark, Ethan and Coop are sent for specialty training using top secret weapons developed by the government. Remember the television series, The Wild, Wild West? This book could have been an episode of that show. The unusual weaponry could only have come out of the creative brain of C. S. Boyack.
Ethan and Coop are strong characters whose friendship figures prominently in the story and propel it toward the explosive ending. But, they can’t defeat this evil alone. They pair up with some other folks who possess their own style of magic. As a team, this group of paranormal misfits works together like a well-oiled machine to face the ultimate challenge between good and evil.
You will fall in love with the characters, the era, and the history of the period. The folklore and legends grabbed my attention and were well placed by the author. My favorite was the legend of the man at the crossroads which led the reader to the place that is neither betwixt or between. Let the shivers begin.
Everyone loves a ghost story, and Panama is exceptional in that realm. Throw in a few gun fights, a splash of hoodoo, and some supernatural gypsy magic, and you have a book that you won’t be able to put down. It did me in. I stayed up late into the night reading because I had to find out what happened next. I love when that happens.
I enjoyed this novel so much that I’ve added it to my “Me-Time,” category in paranormal fiction. The writing is fast-paced and will transport you to the jungles of Panama where all “six” of your senses will kick into overdrive. Enjoy!
Character Believability: 5
Flow and Pace: 5
Reader Engagement: 5
Reader Enrichment: 5
Reader Enjoyment: 5
Overall Rate: 5 out of 5 Fairies
Author, C. S. Boyack
I was born in a town called Elko, Nevada. I like to tell everyone I was born in a small town in the 1940s. I’m not quite that old, but Elko has always been a little behind the times. This gives me a unique perspective of earlier times, and other ways of getting by. Some of this bleeds through into my fiction.
I moved to Idaho right after the turn of the century and never looked back. My writing career was born here, with access to other writers and critique groups, and I jumped in with both feet.
I like to write about things that have something unusual. My works are in the realm of science-fiction, paranormal, and fantasy. The goal is to entertain you for a few hours. I hope you enjoy the ride.
Twitter: @virgilante
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColdhandBoyack
Blog: “Entertaining Stories,” coldhandboyack.wordpress.com
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A lovely review of Craig’s book, Colleen. I have shared.
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Thanks for sharing this around.
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My pleasure. It helps to god rid of the book hangover! I loved this book! Great characters! I was in paranormal paradise. I wish you would check out the tab on my blog for author spotlight posts. I’d love to promote your writing. ❤️ Lisa came come too! 😆
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Sounds fun, thanks for the invite. I’m like a creature of the night, you have to invite me inside. I have several paranormal tales, and October is a good time to share them around.
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Here is the link:https://colleenchesebro.com/author-spotlight-guest-posts/. I would love for you to share some of those stories. Take a peek and email me. We could do a huge event in October. Sounds really fun! Halloween is my favorite holiday!
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Mine too. I’ll see what I can come up with in the next few weeks.
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Coolness. I’m going to do something special for October. I’ll keep you in the loop. ❤
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Wonderful, thanks. I’m going to do my micro-fiction thing again too.
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Thanks, Robbie. What a fun read! 😘❤️
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So glad you enjoyed the story. Really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with the world.
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How would everyone know how great Panama was if I didn’t share. You can’t keep great entertainment under wraps! Cheers!
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Thank you again.
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Hey gang, check out this lovely review of Panama, by Colleen Chesebro. It’s getting to be nearly autumn. Grab a pumpkin beer and kick back with a paranormal adventure in the jungle.
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Rum and ginger ale was the perfect accompaniment to this novel! ❤️
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Sounds pretty good to me. Rum was a popular item in that era and locale.
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Your book inspired a new drink! 😀
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A fantastic review to share, Colleen. Thank you!
I’ve had the pleasure of reading some of Craig’s work. Brilliant writing indeed. Cheers! 🙂
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Thanks, Natalie! I love Craig’s humor and style of writing. It is totally paranormal paradise! ❤
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Thanks for your kind comments.
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It’s a pleasure, Craig. 🙂
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Great review of Craig’s dark thrilling imaginative work Coleen
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Thanks, Paul. I enjoyed this book. I’ve loved everything Craig has written. ❤
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I am currently enjoying his Experimental Notebooks
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Hope the experiments hold up for you.
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They certainly are Craig. I’ll drop you a line when I have finished them. Cheers Paul
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Much appreciated.
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Thank you, Paul.
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Your review is inspiring enough to pick up this book Colleen, thanks for sharing a wonderful review and introducing C.S to us. Wishing him great success.
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Hi, Balroop. This was such a fun read. Just the right amount of spooky. ❤️
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Thank you so much. Hope you enjoy Ethan and Coop.
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Great review of Craig’s book, Colleen. I have a couple of his books on my TBR list. Now I can’t wait to get to them. I need another 24 hours extra a day to read!🙄
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LOL! I know what you mean. Craig tells some great tales. You’ll love his writing. ❤️
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Much appreciated, Vashti.
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Thanks for sharing ❤️
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Appreciate the reblog.
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S to us. Thanks for communion ❤️
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Colleen, I had no idea you were a “Fairy Whisperer” and I love everything that is Fairy, Witchy, and Ghosty. I just started following you and I am shocked that I didn’t know before hand. Thank you for the great book review! Karen 🙂
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You’re welcome. ❤️❤️❤️
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