Wolf's Rite

Terry Persun

An advertising executive goes on a Native American vision quest.

The life of a New York advertising executive, Llewellyn (Wolf) Smith, is turned inside out when he is forced to experience a Native American vision quest. Accused of murder after the experience, he confronts the damage done to family and friends by his former self. (This novel was previously published by a small press that has folded. I own the rights. The novel was a finalist for the Forword Magazine Book of the Year Award, won the Star of Washington award, and won the POW Book of the Year Award. Only 2000 copies were sold before the publisher folded. I am looking for another publisher.) Quotes: "When Persun writes of man/nature, he writes of us -- not just to us -- and shows us images we can't simply blink away." -Robert Fulton, Jr., author. "Llewellyn Smith is angry, arrogant, cynical, contentious, and obnoxious. Before too many pages have gone by you'll be devoutly wishing that something would happen to this central figure of Wolf's Rite. Something does, and it should happen to everyone." -Jerry Spinelli, author.

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PATRICK BARRETT wrote 1043 days ago

To describe three grown men interacting as accurately as this is a real triumph. By chapter three there is no alternative but to carry on and finish the story. This would translate into all available media's. On my shelf. Patrick Barrett (Shakespeares Cuthbert)

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LiNCOLN PARK wrote 1049 days ago

This is a beautiful story.

At first, I thought I was reading the 'hunting trip' episode of "The Real Housewives of NY" LOL!

Anyhow, Wolf was an imperial asshole; and his reluctant transformation was really comforting and worth reading to behold. I especially loved the fact that his conscience slapped him into caring about how his selfishness had affected his son, albeit in a quiet way. Thoughtfully written and handily shelved.

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Elaina wrote 1053 days ago

Hi Terry

Well written and the dynamics between the three men are spot on...from a man's point of view (sorry, had to say that...i feel I want to smack them one!). Wolf is intriguing, and that is now from a woman's point of view. Keeping you on my WL...good luck!

Elaina
PS: Hunting.....no, no no no! (personal again!)

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Terry Persun wrote 1055 days ago

Elaina, Sure, I'll swap reads. I'll go to your book now. Thanks for looking over Wolf's Rite. -Terry

Hi Terry

Would you like to swap reads? Your pitch sounds interesting...let me know, thanks.

Elaina

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Elaina wrote 1055 days ago

Hi Terry

Would you like to swap reads? Your pitch sounds interesting...let me know, thanks.

Elaina

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Terry Persun wrote 1055 days ago

Joanna, Thanks for commenting on Wolf's Rite. I really appreciate it. My hope was that people would dislike him enough to want to see what happens to him. He has one redeeming quality, but you don't see it until a little later in the book. -Terry

Very good title.

I hate Lew, although he kills the doe instantly. I think you should perhaps give him the redeeming trait of not wanting the animal to suffer. The reader should feel attatched in some way to the main character, but I just wanted Lew to die.

But the narrative is strong and well written. And I want to know what happens next.

On my watch list.

Joanna

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Joanna Stephen-Ward wrote 1055 days ago

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Hydeshouse wrote 1062 days ago

I'm through chapter 2. It has a nice quick steady pace. I don't like Lew, but I don't think I am supposed to. The writing is very clean. I commend you on your ability to stay in tense. So many stories keep slipping into the past present tense. You keep it consistent which makes for an easier read.

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Hydeshouse wrote 1063 days ago

I just read through the first chapter. I once had a client who when forced to make a decision between missing a hunting season or losing his wife said adios to the wife. The writing sequence of the first hunting scene is pretty good. The only thing I might add is a little reflection on the insane thrill of the kill. I think the metaphor you are drawing between the real hunt and the concrete jungle hunt might work well.

DB

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