Author G.W. Reynolds intimately knows every dusty corner and all the peculiarities of this richly textured Southern hamlet first introduced in his debut novel, "Jetty Man." "Mullet Run" continues the exploration of dark psychological themes of racism, and the effects of poverty and ignorance on an isolated community. He brings his riveting story into sharp focus through dramatic storytelling and finely drawn characterizations. 'Mullet Run' is filled with the unique characters and bizarre stories that bring the South of the 1950s and '60s to life. Reynolds has written another page-turner. -- Rona S. Brinlee, Ph.D., The Book Mark Fans of Reynolds' first novel 'Jetty Man' will be riveted by this wild tale. The southern veneer of the Mayport fishing village is peeled away to reveal the basic instinct to survive amidst the brutality of ignorance, alcohol and violence. The characters are stripped to their naked essence and simmered down to a roux of raw emotion, sexual energy and savage revenge. From four super-sexed sisters, to the pagan worship of an oak tree, to an enclave of circus side show performers, 'Mullet Run' is a bizarre and unpredictable story. -- Deborah Gianoulis, WJXT-TV 4 Rarely does a story come alive with such energy and passion. It holds you spellbound as it weaves you through an adventure of intrigue, brutality and flesh. You are smothered with passion and immersed in the mystery andmagic that is Mayport. You won't put it down. -- Capt. Jan C. Gaudio, Commanding Officer, Naval Station, Mayport, FL Mayport appears to be a quaint fishing village nestled on the Florida coast. The huge oak tree that spreads its branches over the town completes the pretty picture. But the scene is a deceptive one; a malevolent breeze emanates from the tree's gently rustling leaves breathing corruption and discontent through every window screen in each house of the impoverished, racially divided community. Jason and his mother, Mary C., have lived in Mayport all their lives and long struggled against the sinister forces that touch the lives of all who reside there. When a decomposing body is found deep in the woods, Mary C., a woman of predatory sensuality, finds herself at the center of another murder investigation-it seems that Mary C. was the last person seen in the company of the dead man before his disappearance some months before. Jason has fallen in love with Jessie, but when the interracial couple meets with outraged disapproval from the townspeople, they plan their departure. Knowing nothing about the world beyond Mayport, the hopeful young couple's journey becomes an odyssey of discovery and an initiation into a life they had never imagined. Author G.W. Reynolds intimately knows every dusty corner and all the peculiarities of this richly textured Southern hamlet first introduced in his debut novel, "Jetty Man." "Mullet Run" continues the exploration of dark psychological themes of racism, and the effects of poverty and ignorance on an isolated community. He brings his riveting story into sharp focus through dramatic storytelling and finely drawn characterizations. G. W. Reynolds received his Ed.D. in Education from the University of Florida and has been an educator for the past twenty-five years. He has worked in the capacities of teacher, coach and administrator, and is currently the principal at Mayport Middle School. A popular public speaker, he is the author of two previous novels, "High-Pitched Hum" and "Jetty Man." G. W. Reynolds has two children, William and Stephanie. He lives in Neptune Beach, Florida. Used Book in Good Condition