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William Wresch
I have three sets of books here. The first is an alternative history of the US, envisioning how things might have gone had the French prevailed in the French and Indian War. That series comes from ...view moreI have three sets of books here. The first is an alternative history of the US, envisioning how things might have gone had the French prevailed in the French and Indian War. That series comes from some personal experiences. I have canoed sections of the Fox, and driven along its banks. I have followed the voyageur route from the Sault to Quebec and traveled from Green Bay to New Orleans by car and by boat. My wife and I have spent many happy days on Mackinac Island and in Door County.
The Jessica Thorpe series is very different. It takes place in the tiny town of Amberg, Wisconsin, a place where I used to live. I wanted to describe that town and its troubles. Initially the novel involved a militia take over of the town, and it was called "Two Angry Men." But both men were predictable and boring. I had decided to have the story narrated by the town bartender - Jessica - and I soon realized she was the most interesting character in the book. She became the lead in the Jessica Thorpe series.
I restarted the series with a fight over a proposed water plant with Jessica balancing environmental rights and business rights. I put Jessica right in the middle of a real problem we are experiencing here in Wisconsin (and most other places). How badly does a tiny town need jobs? How much environmental damage should we accept?
The third series changes the lead character. Catherine Johnson solves mysteries. She also travels. It took her to many places I have been. The last several books take place in Russia. I admit I have no idea what is motivating the current madness there. Catherine looks, she tries to help, she struggles. What else can any of us do?view less
Books by William Wresch
The Don Quixote Sisterhood The Battle for Amberg Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsThe Girl Who Slept with a Nuke Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5A Warsaw Pact Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsThe Last Glacier: Jessica Thorpe novels, #6 Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsMary Motor Pool Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsDancing with the Dragon Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsThe Canadian Civil War Volume 2- The Huguenots Arrive Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsGorky Park Illusions Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsThe Greatest Love Story Never Told: Jessica Thorpe novels, #4 Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsThe Canadian Civil War: Volume 3 - West to the Wall Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratings