Novels by Paul Michael Peters
CLOCKWORK CONSTELLATION: CHRONO CHAOS
Meet Millicent Gearwright, an ingenious young clockmaker from the world of Gearturn, where time is literally falling apart. Days blur into nights, seasons clash, and history unravels in disarray. To save her home and the universe, Millicent must find the cause of these time malfunctions and fix the Time Core before it's too late.
Joined by her trusty robot Quark, her poetic friend Orin, and the daring time-stealing pirate Barnaby Blackwater, Millicent embarks on a thrilling adventure across the galax-seas. Together, they face treacherous challenges, uncover hidden secrets, and race against time itself.
Can they restore order to the Clockwork Constellation and save the universe? Find out in "Clockwork Constellation," a spellbinding journey filled with action, mystery, and unforgettable characters.
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BROKEN OBJECTS
“The world breaks everyone and afterward many are strong at the broken places.”
― Ernest Hemingway, A Farewell to Arms
Broken Objects captures the spirit of America in the era between the start of the Civil War and the turn of the new century following the life of Linnea Karlsson, the first naturally-born American in an immigrant family from Sweden, now farming north of Detroit, Michigan.
At the age of ten, Papa sends Linnea to work in the city. Farm life is rough, but Linnea quickly learns she must be tougher growing up in the textile mill making uniforms for the Union Army. Each person she meets introduces her to an America in adolescence, transforming her life. What will she learn that shapes her into becoming a woman? What does it take to persevere through life’s hardships from the Civil War through Reconstruction for the average American to create a new century of greatness?
COMBUSTIBLE PUNCH
Rick Philips isn't a fighter — but he is a survivor
Haunted by memories of a high school shooting, not even the bottle can wash away the gnawing guilt and creeping feelings of inadequacy that batter Rick's conscience daily.
His life has been a mess of broken marriages, writer's block, terrible choices, and the morbid pity of others. When he meets Harriet at a writer's conference, the record doesn't scratch as he falls back — only this time, he may not get up.
Harriet Bristol Wheeler is a dark temptress — and self-confessed serial killer
INSENSIBLE LOSS
If you had the chance to live forever, would you take it?
2053: An old man, Viktor Erikson, lies on his deathbed. Alone and with no known relatives, he is tended to by Olivia, a nurse. He has only one request: that she reads to him.
The request is not unusual, but the battered, leather-bound tome she must read is no ordinary book. Written in 1839, it chronicles the discovery of the fountain of youth by Morgana de la Motte – and Viktor Erikson.
What starts off as a swashbuckling adventure on the high seas in search of riches and eternal life soon transforms into something quite different: a clash between two personalities bound by love and deceit, locked together by a terrible burden of necessity.
What lengths would you go to – and what price would you pay?
THE SYMMETRY OF SNOWFLAKES
Hank Hanson’s family is not only blended; it’s pulverized by the weight of its own perfect symmetry.
To the casual outsider, Hank Hanson’s life might seem idyllic. As a successful businessman on the verge of a major business deal and an all-around good guy, few get close enough to see the troubled soul underneath his open face.
The product of a family fractured many times over by his parents’ multiple remarriages, Hank spends his Thanksgivings running a miserable, thankless gauntlet of visiting multiple family members.
One Thanksgiving, he takes an unscheduled detour and meets Erin Contee, a woman who might just be too good for him – but at the same time, perfect. As the two grow closer together, Hank believes he has finally found the missing piece in his fragmented life.
He has a beautiful girl, great friends, a business, and a family – so why does he feel so bad?
Short Stories by Paul Michael Peters
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Mist and Moonbeams: Stories from the Great Lakes Edge
Dive into the enigmatic allure of "Mist and Moonbeams: Stories from the Great Lakes Edge," a captivating collection of five short stories that traverse the heart and soul of the Great Lakes region. Each tale is a testament to the power of human emotion, the depth of the human heart, and the indomitable spirit of adventure that lies within us all.
Love in Her Two-Hearted
Embark on a journey of self-discovery with Sonny, a widow who navigates the untamed wilderness of the Big Two-Hearted River. In her solitude, she confronts the rapids of grief and the wilderness of her own heart, seeking a peace that seems as elusive as the river itself. This stirring novella celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of nature.You Can’t Start A Fire With Moonlight
Under the mesmerizing glow of a super blue moon by Lake Huron, Michelle and Christopher find themselves entangled in a forbidden love that challenges everything they thought they knew about desire, loyalty, and betrayal. This tale of lost love and the quest for redemption is a haunting exploration of the choices that define us.Confessions of an Efficient Cause
In the bitter winter of 1992, Chicago's Lake Michigan shoreline becomes the backdrop for a dark conspiracy that threatens the lives of young students. Follow Detective Manuj Hemottia as he unravels the mysteries of a sinister organization, diving deep into a case that tests the limits of his determination and courage. This gripping story weaves together elements of mystery, suspense, and the unyielding quest for justice.A Hummingbird in Winter
Discover the future complexities of love and identity with Dash and Cynthia, whose budding romance in the heart of Toronto challenges the very essence of what it means to truly know someone. This poignant futuristic tale delves deep into the secrets that bind us, the truths that define us, and the love that transforms us.Careful, Icarus
In the shadowy corners of Cleveland, Spider and his crew embark on a daring heist that could elevate them to the top of the criminal underworld. But at what cost? Torn between ambition and his love for his daughter, Spider's journey is a thrilling narrative of risk, redemption, and the fine line between dreams and delusions."Mist and Moonbeams: Stories from the Great Lakes Edge" weaves together the rich tapestry of human experience with the mystical allure of the Great Lakes. Each story invites you to embark on a journey of love, loss, discovery, and redemption, where the only constant is the profound connection between the human spirit and the natural world. Discover the magic, mystery, and majesty of the Great Lakes region through these unforgettable tales.
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Right Hand of the Resistance
In a world eerily parallel to our own, life is bisected by the Barrier—a monolithic edifice that symbolizes division and control. It segregates nations and dictates the very fate of those bold enough to cross. Journeys north are fraught with treacherous trials, yet they glimmer with the promise of a better life.
"Right Hand of the Resistance," by Paul Michael Peters, resonates with the heart-pounding suspense reminiscent of Tom Clancy, the speculative ingenuity akin to Dan Simmons, and the dystopian foresight of George Orwell, making it essential for any discerning reader's collection.
Beyond the Barrier is a labyrinthine game of politics where the cost of passage is measured not only in currency but also in sacrifices. Authorities, wielding a cold calculus, decree who may pass and who will pay the ultimate price. Amidst this, the resistance—a covert network of rebels—rises to challenge the status quo and dismantle the oppressive mechanisms that dominate the pilgrims' lives.
Paul Michael Peters crafts a narrative rich in suspense and speculation, where the stakes are life-or-death, and themes of love, faith, family, power, and control are dissected with a perceptive eye and incisive wit. Navigating a maze of twists and turns, Paul Michael Peters invites readers to question the world around them.
The novel explores the extremes to which individuals will go to safeguard their loved ones, uphold their beliefs, and carve a pathway through a world that seems intent on thwarting them. With a fusion of suspenseful narrative, profound political intrigue, and vividly crafted speculative elements, Paul Michael Peters delivers a story that not only mirrors our current predicaments but also serves as a harbinger of what may loom on the horizon.
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Paul Michael Peters The Complete Collection of Short Stories 2012 - 2018
Tales that are perfect for coffee breaks – but beware, like chocolate, they lure the reader into just one more.
Paul Michael Peters has created a magical collection of stories that help the reader look at the day from a different perspective. This is a collection that once you start you can't put down. Stories are perfect for anyone trying to fit reading into a busy day.
Stories:
1. Hickory Switch
2. Fukushima Gold
3. Mr. Memory and The Garden Turtles at Midnight
4. Mr. Memory and The Triumph of Ann Boult
5. Mr. Memory and The Raspberry Danish
6. Mr. Memory and The Third Question
7. Secondhand Robots
8. Gaslighting
9. Gene and The Magic Jacket
10. The Line Surrogate
11. Bubble People
12. Thin Walls
13. The Dinner Party
14. Killing the Devil
15. Living the Devil (The Devil is a Friend of Mine)
16. Keeping the Devil
17. A Wing and A Prayer
18. The Illusionist's Daughter
Author
Paul Michael Peters
Paul Michael Peters is an acclaimed American author, masterfully weaving narratives that traverse the realms of thrillers, suspense, and the beautifully unexpected. Renowned for his skill in crafting compelling twists and exploring life's quirky tangents, Peters invites readers into worlds both startlingly dystopian and intimately human.
His latest work, Clockwork Constellation: Chrono Chaos, marks his 14th book and the first in the Clockwork trilogy. This science fiction fantasy adventure introduces readers to Millicent Gearwright, a young clockmaker on a desperate quest to restore the unraveling fabric of time, accompanied by her loyal robot Quark and the enigmatic time-stealing pirate Barnaby Blackwater. Blending ingenuity, camaraderie, and the relentless ticking of a cosmic clock, the trilogy promises an unforgettable journey through time and space.
Paul Michael Peters continues to captivate readers with recent standout releases. Right Hand of the Resistance is a riveting political science fiction thriller set against the backdrop of a dystopian border crisis, challenging the very essence of the golden rule. Similarly, Mist and Moonbeams: Stories from the Great Lakes Edge offers a collection of enchanting short stories, each paying tribute to the majesty and mystery of the Great Lakes.
