On Father's Day 1982, a twelve year old was blamed for the multiple stabbing death of his father. The boy had no memory of doing it. He was convicted of murder and sentenced to two years at a mental hospital. Twenty-three years later, now a private detective and a father, his son is the same age he was when he was accused of murder. This prompts Joseph Hooks to discover what really happened that day two decades ago. Did he kill his own father or did something else happen?
As he searches for the truth, he must deal with an uncooperative Detroit police force, rekindle strained relationships with his siblings, protect his loved ones from the threats of a mystery stranger and live with the knowledge his estranged wife is sleeping with another man.
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D K Gaston was born in Detroit, Michigan. He earned a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Masters in Technology Management and a Masters in Business Administration. D K Gaston is the author of 13: An Avery Hudson Adventure, Lost Hours, Darkest Hours and The Friday House. He is a husband and father. He's currently working on his next novel.
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It Wasn't Me?,
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Lost Hours by D.K. Gaston is an enjoyable journey into old-school detective noir. Joseph Valentine's father was stabbed to death in the early eighties and he does not have a clue what happened to him. What he does know is that he was found standing over his father with the death weapon in his hand with no memory of what occurred. Though a child at the time of the murder, his father's death haunts him for years, causing him to become estranged from his family. He vows that one day he will find out what occurred and solve the mystery surrounding the murder that haunts him.
As an adult Joseph changes his name, becoming Detective Joseph Hooks. He is continually haunted by those events that he cannot quite remember. As a result his personal life is a shambles. His wife is unfaithful and his siblings are not too keen on his delving into the past. Joseph also has personal demons he is trying to battle, most specifically alcoholism. However, he is determined to overcome all these issues and find the truth. But will he be allowed to or does someone with something to hide have plans for him? Lost Hours is an enjoyable, topsy-turvy detective story filled with drama, humanity and pain. I recommend this book to all who enjoy a good detective novel. Angelia Menchan APOOO BookClub
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Is there more than meets the eye?,
This review is from: Lost Hours (Paperback)
Joseph Hooks is a private detective getting ready to embark on the most important case of his life. Hooks is going to investigate the murder of his father, that happened 23 years ago. The case is closed, and a man was accused guilty, a then 12 year old Hooks!! Hooks has no recollection of killing his father. All he remembers is standing over his father's corpse with the knife in his hand. Hook, born Joseph Valentine has done everything that he can to forget the murder. Hook changed his name, married, and rejected any contact from his family. After seperating from his wife, Hook has an intense urge to find out once for all if he killed his father.
Hook soon discovers that some people do not want this case reopened including his family. With his marriage in shambles, Hook is determined to solve the case. Dealing with the emotions that come with the investigation, Hook's soberity is pushed to the limit. While Hook believes that the case is simple, he soon stumbles somethings that he had no idea about, or did he? People will do anything to ensure that Hook does not remember, including murder!! When Hook finally remembers the day of the murder, it is devastating!!! Gaston has written a great mystery, that will keep readers guessing. Gaston pulls you into ever scene and has you holding your breathe. Hook is a character that stays with you. He is a very complex character, and a breathe of fresh air, not falling into the very common one dimensional caterogory. This is a great, modern mystery that readers will throughly enjoy. [...]
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(4.5 stars) The Hands of Time.,
This review is from: Lost Hours (Paperback)
Joseph Hooks is trying to solve a twenty-three year old murder. The problem is that he is the one who is accused of killing his father as a child. All he remembers is standing over his father's body with a bloody knife but doesn't remember anything else. Joseph is now a private investigator and is trying get to the bottom of this mystery. But as he gets closer to the truth, he keeps running into brick walls. No one wants Joseph to know the truth including his brother and his sisters. Joseph is also dealing with his wife cheating on him with a colleague and his son getting in trouble at school. Joseph will be in for the shock of his life when solving this mystery reveals some twisted childhood secrets that will rock him to his core.
Lost Hours is a breathtaking novel by D.K. Gaston. Gaston created an emotionally-charged mystery that really tugs at your heartstrings. You feel the drive and frustration of Joseph as he tries to solve this murder that has plagued his life. Readers won't be able to flip the pages fast enough as the secrets of this mystery unfold. Gaston did a wonderful job of incorporating multiple characters that were an integral part of the storyline. You will feel every emotion of every character in this story. This novel covers a lot of topics including murder, police corruption and sexual abuse. Lost Hours is an absorbing murder mystery that will leave you guessing until the very end. Reviewed by Radiah Hubbert for Urban Reviews
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