YAROOMBA, Australia, December 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- What could have been a relaxing business trip to Hawaii turns into a nightmare for Jamie McTavish, the protagonist in a new novel titled McTavish (now available through 1stBooks). Author James John follows Jamie as he encounters a dangerous businessman with something to hide.
Jamie begins to drink heavily following the death of his wife, Helen. His eldest son luckily snaps him out of it just in time for Jamie's boss to discover his unique talent for marketing. An employee of Stanton Boat Fittings Inc., Jamie is sent to Hawaii to sell fittings for pleasure boats. However, his trip to paradise turns sour when he discovers a client's seedy underground business. Stanislaus Krut is the affluent owner of Water Craft, Inc. However, Jamie discovers Krut also owns a lucrative drug dealing organization.
This knowledge places Jamie's life in danger, and he finds comfort in the arms of a new love interest, Margot, a friend of Krut's daughter. New friends, including tough guys Gary and Jake, resourceful Pam and attractive twins Pia and Marie, prove to be assets to Jamie as he faces his final showdown with Krut. When the criminal kidnaps Margot in an effort to corner Jamie, this fiery group fights back. Can they rescue Margot and her daughter, Jennifer, and save Jamie?
A gripping suspense novel full of colorful characters and exotic landscapes, McTavish keeps readers on edge as they discover how this unlucky business trip ends.
John, an Australia native, spent his career as a metallurgist. He enjoys sailing and restoring wooden boats. He has published numerous technical papers, but McTavish is his first novel.
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