In the Shadow of Stone (Paperback)

by Rob Kaufman (Author) "When Jack Fontaine's sister asked him to fulfill her dying wish, he agreed without a moment's hesitation..." (more)
Key Phrases: Lance Talbot, Nurse Ann, Marc Whittaker (more...)

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About the Author
Rob Kaufman lives in Connecticut with his partner of 15 years and used a myriad of life experiences as the basis for this book. He cites his own family as “the thread of consistency that enables Jack, the protagonist, to find the strength and sanity he needs to survive his struggle and reach his goals.” In the Shadow of Stone is Rob’s first novel.

Product Details

• Paperback: 226 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing (June 22, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1419607448
• ISBN-13: 978-1419607448
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #740,367 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Shady side of business dealings make for great reading, February 5, 2006

By	Bob Lind "camelwest" (Phoenix, AZ United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

A well-conceived and written novel of romance, suspense and shady business dealings, "In the Shadow of Stone" introduces Jack Fontaine, a self-made gay man who is somewhat estranged from his family, except for his sister's daughter Jenna, and is a successful advertising executive who is in a rewarding but ethically-challenged relationship with one of his firm's copywriters. Jack's orderly life starts to unravel when he is summoned to the deathbed of his sister, who entrusts him with a video tape that is to be held in safekeeping for her daughter's 18th birthday. Shortly thereafter, it becomes apparent that a comment made by his lover Marc at work has resulted in their relationship being known, which threatens his job and makes him second-guess the wisdom of continuing the relationship. What follows is a painful revelation that Marc was actually sent to the firm to "bring Jack down" and, although he now insists he fell in love for real, Jack does not know whom to trust.

Definitely original and engaging story by a talented author. Much recommended, 5 stars out of 5.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book !!, January 31, 2006

By	Paul A. Minafri (Phoenix, Arizona) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This book has it all. Romance, love, mystery, deception, betrayal, redeamption, and a whole lot more. It is the story of a man who makes a pledge to his dying sister and must, through a series of unfortunate and sometimes hateful events, redeem his promise and in the process, redeem his understanding of the human spirit. Tightly and tensely written, this gripping story will not permit you to put it down until the final page. And even then, you will yearn for more. Fortunately, Mr. Kaufman has provided himself the opportunity to write a subsequent novel about the same protagonist. If he does, I will line up to buy it and read it. This is a good book. READ IT!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a [...] mystery that is different, April 23, 2006

By	Charles A. Lane (Alaska) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Like the other reviewers I also read through this book straight through and agree with their comments. I did feel uncomfortable towards the end with some of the improbable twist and turns. The one about one of the evil doers having grown up next door to Jack's sister and husband was a bit much. Otherwise the book is original and well written. I normally am uncomfortable with flashbacks, but they are seamless and brilliantly done in this book.