John Smolens has published twelve works of fiction, eleven novels, and a collection of short stories. Two of his recent novels, Wolf’s Mouth and Day of Days, have been selected as Library of Michigan Notable Books. In 2010, he was the recipient of the Michigan Author Award from the Michigan Library Association. He lives in Marquette, Michigan.
By all means, read John Smolens’s terrific new novel for the exciting, suspenseful story it is—a pair of orphans are on the run from forces both good and evil, their escape and pursuit played out in the often-treacherous wintry landscape of northern Michigan. But don’t be surprised to find that as you turn the pages you’re also involved in an American morality tale, in which the best of this country’s virtues—a sense of fairness, decency, and tolerance—are in deadly conflict with its worst qualities—bigotry, fanaticism, and hate. A Cold, Hard Prayer is a full, rich narrative and rewarding on many levels." - Larry Watson, author of Montana 1948, Justice, and Let Him Go, now a major motion picture
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