An Da Shelladh
Non-Fiction
Mystery
Suppose you are a modern person in the contemporary world and find yourself possessed of a power that obeys no logic and resists scientific examination. You can't provide proof of your ability, and the timing of the fulfillment is uncertain, but what you foresee always happens. David McIntosh was a normal, healthy kid for his first thirteen years. All that changes when he sees a black spot on his best friend's head. An hour later, his friend dies. David takes on guilt for his friend's death but tries to get on with grief fades, the future beckons, then the spots strike again--twice! On a sports star and the mother of one of his friends. Both die, and David is left reeling. Blesse on one hand by success in business and love, David is also cursed by his ability.
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About Dennis Gibb
After I graduated from college I was inducted into the US Army. I was trained as a field artillery officer and helicopter pilot. I did a tour in Vietnam and was wounded. After recovering I left the Army and joined a stock brokerage firm owned by the late H. Ross Perot. I would spend the next 5 decades in the investment business as a financial advisor to Native American Communities. I rose to be a partner in the 5th largest brokerage firm before leaving to found my own firm.
While I was running my own firm I committed a terrible crime for one in my position and was sentenced to 5 years in prison. Today I work at a small college in Washington State where I have started and run a unique program helping incarcerated veterans return to society.
Favorite Quote from Dennis Gibb
It makes no difference who gives you a cup of poison, loving friend or mortal enemy if you drink it you are still dead.
Inspiration for An Da Shelladh
I find inspiration in strange places, this story came from a passage I read in another book about Daniel Boone's explorations. He was often accompanied by a man who had the reputation being able to see the future. That intrigued me and I did some research and found that among Celts there is a long history of what is called the second sight. I then paired that idea with some deep reflection I had while I was in federal prison about suffering, guilt, shame, judgement and the search for meaning from suffering.
Reviews for An Da Shelladh
Dennis Gibb has created a world incredibly relatable, tragic, and hopeful! I was so captivated and caught up in this reality, that I had to remind myself repeatedly it was science fiction. It's impossible to read without imagining the mini-series or films it will inspire (and I can't wait to see the quality adaptations). This is a must-read, and be sure you have the time to fully indulge -- because you won't want to put it down....until the goose-bump inducing very end.
Dennis Gibb has created a world incredibly relatable, tragic, and hopeful! I was so captivated and caught up in this reality, that I had to remind myself repeatedly it was science fiction. It's impossible to read without imagining the mini-series or films it will inspire (and I can't wait to see the quality adaptations). This is a must-read, and be sure you have the time to fully indulge -- because you won't want to put it down....until the goose-bump inducing very end.
An Da Shelladh by Dennis Gibb is a captivating and beautifully crafted work that blends thoughtful storytelling with deep cultural insights. Gibb's prose is both engaging and evocative, drawing readers into a rich tapestry of emotions and experiences. The narrative's exploration of identity, connection, and tradition is both profound and relatable, making it an incredibly enjoyable and thought-provoking read. Highly recommended for those seeking a book that resonates on both an emotional and intellectual level.
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