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Frank Talaber

    Frank Talaber is een geboren verhalenverteller wiens meeslepende gedachten opborrelen uit de diepten van het hart en het onderbewustzijn voordat ze op papier worden gezet. Zijn literatuur overstijgt genres, waarbij hij lezers grijpt - schoppend, schreeuwend, lachend of huilend - en hen meesleurt in zijn romans. Met een mix van invloeden van Dan Millman, Charles de Lint en Tom Robbins, verschuiven Talabers verhalen vloeiend van het alledaagse naar het dromerige, van het reële naar het bovennatuurlijke. Zijn stijl is helder en beknopt, maar vangt humor en de diepe diepten van de menselijke ervaring.

    The Lure
    • The Lure

      • 272bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen

      In a bar located in Stanley Park, where spirits can inhabit inebriated bodies, Detective Carol Ainsworth embarks on her first case amidst chaos. The city’s mayor has been murdered, his family is missing, and a dangerous witch has been freed from centuries of imprisonment. Adding to the intrigue is a mysterious shaman who leaves behind cryptic clues before vanishing. Frank Talaber, a natural storyteller, captivates readers with his compelling prose that transcends genre boundaries. His writing evokes a visceral response, drawing readers into the depths of his narratives. Praise for the story highlights its tactile descriptions and engaging dialogue, making it a pleasure to read while also provoking thought. The narrative is a blend of paranormal fantasy and mystery thriller, building suspense through well-crafted characters and believable dialogue. The book is described as gritty, rich with mysticism and primitive urges, showcasing Carol's journey into shamanism. Reviewers commend the concise and powerful prose, lively dialogue, and vivid depictions of Vancouver. Carol's investigation is filled with twists, animal spirits, and the allure of the supernatural, making it a unique and thrilling read. This novel promises an exhilarating experience, akin to a roller-coaster ride through a landscape of Indian lore and mysticism.

      The Lure2022