Arcanus

About the Book

HUMOR/ROMANCE

Arcanus is a small town in rural South florida where, quite by accident, Nick and Lara find their Eden. Dealing with dastardly, inept, local officials, and the worst rainy season ever, they finally finish building their cottage, only to realize that the local inhabitants don´t want them there. Under threats of bodily harm and even death, they refuse to let go until a close friend of the corrupt local judge asserts his power. After several years of the abuse, which includes attacks on their property and person, Nick convinces Lara that maybe Arcanus is not the place for them. Based on a true story, some cold reality is served up for the unaware reader to ponder.

Humorous, succinct, sarcastic and glib, the tale is based on a true story and real experiences. Of course, the names have been changed to protect the ignorant.

About the Author

Mitchell Bailey, aka 'the Mick, has traveled the Americas for more than 30 years, even living for long periods of time in various foreign countries. His talents run the gamut from farming to music to mechanics and carpentry. His insight of human frailties is almost frightening, as he verbally dissects accepted truths, laying them open to anyone who would dare to read his works. At 56 years old, he is no longer the proverbial angry young man ... he is now mellowed with a tongue-in?cheek' philosophical outlook. His down to earth writing style sometimes stymies the establishment, as he shoots from the hip, wounding everyone, especially himself. Like it or not, he is but a product of modern society, and stalwartly refuses to sugar?coat his stories and characters. As a hopeless romantic for honesty and truth, he will not sell himself out for success.