New Literary Fiction Where Unity Meets Adversity Combines Family Life, Action, And Suspense In A Gripping Tale
08 Julio 2024 - 1:38PM
Readers of riveting fiction about friends, found family, and
adventure have a new title to enjoy: The Wooden Swords, a debut
release from author Neil L. Marchese.
In the tranquil spot of Blue Ridge Vista, danger lurks in the
shadows in the form of EverStar, a private equity company driven by
greed and an insatiable thirst for power. A band of heroes known
simply as The Knights have enjoyed a semi-retirement in Blue Ridge
Vista after their quests, but must re-emerge and don their armor to
save their homes, lives, and values.
“I believe that The Wooden Swords has a broad range appeal,”
said Neil. “[Especially for] people in their 60’s and 70’s who have
met struggles in their lives that they were able to overcome.”
Marchese’s debut is more than just a book—it’s also a tribute to
his daughter Polly’s life and battle with Leukemia… a battle she
did not win. April 29, 2024 marked the 23rd year since Polly’s
death.
“It was her life that blessed us all in so many ways,” said
Marchese. “As a parent, you think about what you hope to share with
your children through life lessons. It was just the opposite for my
wife Claire and me. We learned so much more from the way Polly
lived her life. She was kind, considerate, generous, and possessed
a wonderful sense of humor.”
On May 18, 2024 the family and their loved ones attended a
Visionaries Celebration for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society in
Indianapolis. Sarah Thomas Reeg, Marchese’s niece, and Sarah’s
husband Gavin, embarked on a mission to raise funds to have Polly’s
name on a portfolio of research at LLS.
“Claire and I, and Stephen, Darci, Max and Leo are so very proud
of [Sarah and Gavin] for memorializing Polly in this way,” said
Marchese.
The Wooden Swords is a heart-pounding thriller, a tale of
friendship tested by fire, and a narrative that promises to
captivate readers from the first page to the very last.
The Wooden Swords is available for purchase online at Amazon.com
and Barnes and Noble.com. For more information about the author,
please visit any of his social media platforms
Facebook: Neil L. Marchese
Instagram: @neilmarchese
About the Author:
The Wooden Swords is the debut novel of Neil L. Marchese, who
grew up in Pittsburgh. Neil holds a degree in sociology from DePauw
University, where he met his loving wife, Claire. With an adult
son, Stephen, daughter-in-law, Darci, and two grandsons, Max and
Leo, Neil’s life is joyfully busy. The memory of their daughter
Polly is always in their hearts. Neil lives abundantly, enjoying
fishing, cooking, and golf. Neil and Claire live together in Terre
Haute, Indiana.
Media Contact: Neil L. Marchese, ginomarchese5@gmail.com
Available for interviews: Author, Neil L. Marchese
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