A Boy in a Storm - by Oliver J Crane (Paperback)

About the Book

A compelling tale of adventure, friendship and a young man's struggle with his past

Book Synopsis

A Boy in a Storm: A compelling tale of adventure, friendship and a young man's struggle with his past

An abusive father hiding behind an affluent Edinburgh address.A mother haunted and manipulated by secrets from her past.A young man brought up never to speak about what he has witnessed, ... and a storm on the mountain that changes everything.

Damaged by childhood trauma and estranged from his mother, nineteen-year-old Nicholas leaves Edinburgh to live in the family's rundown chalet in the Highlands of Scotland.
There he meets best friends, Tracy and Dani. Through a shared love of the outdoors he and Dani become close and plan a future together. However, a destructive encounter between Nicholas and his father shatters their dream.
Reflecting upon the uncompromising brutality of his father, resentment builds, setting Nicholas on a collision course with his past.

Review Quotes

1. Amazon. What an amazing read. The depth of the characters and the detailed descriptions of locations put you in the story. This book has so many levels and the knowledge and adventures throughout this book are clearly from the heart and soul of the author. A fantastic first novel. Can't wait for the next one.
2. Amazon. What an amazing read. The depth of the characters and the detailed descriptions of locations put you in the story. This book has so many levels and the knowledge and adventures throughout this book are clearly from the heart and soul of the author. A fantastic first novel. Can't wait for the next one.
3. Amazon. Loved A Boy in a Storm. It ticks all the boxes: mystery, adventure, romance, Scotland, police life, French Alps and much more. Compelling writing style, accessible and yet stimulating.