Keeping Pepper by Scott Brody
Synopsis:
Beneath the weight of four long years in confinement, a story of liberation unfolds, igniting a whirlwind of love, fear, and even hope.
When Ed and Stacey go to Las Vegas to visit their friend Pepper, they realize his dementia has gotten worse. They decide to take him with them on their road trip to see old friends near Mt Konocti in northern California. At the reunion, he meets Sandy Martin, and they begin a new love relationship. He calls in to a local radio talk show and the audience likes him so much that he becomes a regular part of the show. But when a local psychopath hears Pepper on the show and decides he wants Pepper to be his friend, things take a very dark turn…
Author Interview:
How did you do research for your book?
Online research mostly, and personal experience
Which was the hardest character to write? The easiest?
I wanted to give the reader a first person view of two difficult personalities – Pepper with his dementia and Dennis, the psychopath. Both were difficult.
Where do you get inspiration for your stories?
I had two step-fathers with dementia. I wanted to explore how the “Boomer” generation will deal with aging.
What is the last great book you’ve read?
The Orphan Master’s Son by Adam Johnson
If your book were made into a movie, who would star in the leading roles?
Haha! Maybe Benedict Cumberbatch as Pepper.
What is your writing schedule?
I work my day job during business hours, then break for dinner, then write in the evening.
In today’s tech savvy world, most writers use a computer or laptop. Have you ever written parts of your book on paper?
No – that’s a scary thought!
Author Bio:
Scott Brody works in broadcasting and ad sales in Southern California.He’s married with a daughter, two sons, and two grandchildren. He also wrote The Org, available on Amazon.
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Praise:
“This book was both suspenseful and beautiful at the same time. All in all, an excellent read.”
“The author uses richly crafted characters to bring the story to life, weaving past memories into the present. Keeping Pepper highlights the importance of living each day to the fullest, even if it means taking risks.”
“Thoroughly enjoyed the twists and turns as the story evolved. Certainly didn’t see some of them coming. The poignancy of old friends, new paths and one more good time was woven into a very engaging story.”
– Deb Zak (Amazon Reviewer)
“This was such a fresh and engaging story about the power of taking risks no matter your age or stage of life. It centers on a group of longtime friends of former ad executive Michael Pepper. Pepper’s story is romantic and, at times, quite suspenseful. I found his energy and spirit of adventure inspiring, and it made for a very enjoyable book.”
– KKW (Amazon Reviewer)
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Sounds like a good read.