Twelve men from all parts of the globe find themselves thrown together in South Beach, the art deco district of Miami, Florida. There they meet an engaging stranger who wishes to be called Brother, and who tells them an incredible tale. Brother (Jesus Christ) has returned to earth just prior to the millennium with a mission for these twelve men (with names the same as the apostles). These stewards, along with a young woman journalist, are given a seemingly impossible task to carry out, and it changes the future of humankind. Some might call The Stewards fiction; others fantasy. As the millennium approaches perhaps, just perhaps, one might want to make reservations to go to South Beach. The millennium was only months away. Doomsayers had been predicting the worst, citing strange omens and evidence of civilization's decay. With so much proof of the devil's work, surely God would use the end of the century to bring an end to life as we know it. Twelve men from all parts of the globe find themselves thrown together in a small hotel in South Beach, the art deco district of Miami, Florida. They meet an engaging, mysterious stranger who wishes to be called Brother, and who tells them an incredible tale. These ordinary men of all religious beliefs -- along with a young woman journalist -- are given a seemingly impossible task to carry out, and it changes the future of humankind. Can they fulfill their mission before the new millennium dawns? Who is Brother, and why can no one recall what he looks like? What does God demand, and what is to become of those who don't believe in him? As Peter struggles with his unfamiliar role of leader of the twelve, Matt's reporting brings millions of thrill-seekers to descend on South Beach, and Judas strives to regain his self respect. Romance is inevitable as these hand-picked men and a woman devise ways of getting an audience with opinion leaders throughout the world and convincing them to act upon Brother's message. But something goes wrong, and an unimaginable phenomenon overtakes humanity. What will happen when the clock strikes midnight on December 31, 1999? This is not a tale for the faint of heart. Introducing a new author, The Stewards of South Beach is a spine-chilling adventure that just might bring the human race to its senses. Jim Quarto is the author of The Stewards of South Beach. Originally from New York City, Jim is a retired executive. He resides in Wisconsin, dividing his time between writing and his most important role in life -- grandpa to Casey, Cori, Nykole and Sam. This is his first novel. ...he thought of the monumental mission ahead of him. Father has once again given me a demanding assignment. I trust this group which is about to convene in South Beach will be as dedicated as the followers I assembled in Israel. We have so many more people to reach out to than the first time I was here. I wonder if they'll be up to the task? Such a difficult assignment and so little time to implement it. Before this weekend is over I'll know one way or the other. Used Book in Good Condition