Carl L Fike

Fortress Texas: Book 2 in Old Liberals Never Die.... Series. Follow Dan, Patricia, Penny and Petra to Grandma Tess's Ranch and See How Carl L Fike

Publisher Marketing: Fortress Texas On the run from the vicious Arab Mafia of her family; Layla, now called Patricia, has escaped to her grandmother's ranch in Texas. With her came her cloned daughters, Penny and Petra. They also have Dan; who loves them all and has proven it in many ways. In 'Adrift', the story of how this little family was formed and the adventures and dangers they faced are unfolded. They all carry history into the relationship. In 'Fortress Texas', much more of Dan's former life is revealed. He has had a rich extra-marital sex life and carries a burden of guilt. Can the clones rid him of some of the guilt? Should they? The family learns how to live in Texas and help Grandma Tess cope with the death of her husband and the failing ranch. The small town of Marfa is the closest source of support and allies. It has its share of formidable characters. The mob has not forgotten her and is deadly eager to rain retribution on her and all that she holds dear. The highland ranch is secluded and fairly safe until it is discovered as her hiding place. A virtual army of killers attack the ranch. They have been expected. They will have some nasty surprises. Dan has to fly a medevac mission. The FAA takes him to court. There are some very interesting outcomes. The ranch is transformed into a rustic resort. Some clients introduce the women to Houston high society and invite them to several Galas. Despite his objections, Dan has to wear a tuxedo! Courtships and weddings keep things interesting as do future plans for the youngsters. The saga continues in 'Multiples' which will be available soon. Contributor Bio:  Fike, Carl L Carl L. Fike has published the novels ADRIFT and FORTRESS TEXAS, and SOME REDHEADS ARE ALIENS. The fourth book in the series, MULTIPLES, is nearing completion and publication. His stories are enriched by his own experiences in the places his characters visit. One starts in a Maine town east of Fryeburg in a house where he actually lived. Carl was raised on a farm in Michigan but came to New Hampshire to attend Dartmouth College and do graduate work at UNH. He considers the Conway/Fryeburg area as his home. Professionally he taught in various schools in New England then went overseas to teach three years in Kuwait, three in Bahrain, two in the Congo, one in Vienna and one in Slovakia. He also started and operated a company that designed and built passive solar homes. His tales are often enriched by his sailing experiences. Living on a boat and cruising the New England coast was followed by being a crewmember on the Bounty and the Endeavor. He has also cruised most of the USA in a motor home, cruised the Bahamas and Virgin Islands in sailing vessels and traveled extensively in Europe and the Middle East. Fike's stories combine adventure, danger, romance, humor and philosophy. They all are part of the series; OLD LIBERALS NEVER DIE.....