Synopsis
Experience the contempt and revenge of a nun scorned and shed tears for Maria Chesters, who discovers a secret past and touches love for the first time. The Postulant is an intricate story that takes you deep into the lives of those who will affect Maria’s final decision. Accompany her on this tropical trek, as she encounters unabashed men on their youthful quests for adventure. The dichotomy of their worlds collide as a jealous nun, attempts to destroy the man Maria must ultimately love. Follow Maria’s gripping search for purpose, as she struggles to devote her life to the convent and confront the obstacles that beset her along the way. Experience this emotionally-charged tale as this perplexed woman leaves the confines of her scripted life, unearthing a secret she never knew existed. Originally published in 2007, Mario Iezzoni decided to republish the story of Maria Chesters because so many people commented that they couldn’t put the book down. Many said, “The story could easily be a movie, it's that compelling.” Testimonials “Enjoyed the book a lot. Very impressed with the story and its organization.” Christine, the editor. “I love a story that takes me on a journey to a place I’ve never been, making me feel like I’m there.” Dean E. “Mario, I’m reading your book and can’t put it down!” Clara R. “This should be a movie.” Mary A. “I didn’t want it to end.” Kim L. “I cried!” Maria C.
About the Author
Mario Iezzoni grew up in Pennsylvania s Appalachian Mountains. The rapids of the Lehigh River that flowed below his hometown of Summit Hill intrigued him as a child. With a Geography degree in his back pocket, a Kapok lifejacket, a lacrosse helmet and a handmade fiberglass racing kayak, Mario became one of the Lehigh s original river guides. For eleven years it was his livelihood, and now is his legacy. In 1983 Mario published a guide to paddling the Lehigh River Gorge. It s still in publication. His writing career continued as an editorial activist publishing several articles about regulating the Lehigh River. Mario wanted to write a story about the early era of river guiding. What it was like to be a part of the odd culture so clearly depicted by cartoonist William Nealy s creative perspective the mindset and how it affected the outcome of their lives. The Postulant shuttles you to the core of this whitewater culture. It is entertaining, informative, gripping and fun to read. The Postulant is also a love story sewn with a whole lot of adventure. Read it on those long drives to your favorite river, or when you show up at the put-in and find that the river is too high, or you ve forgotten your spray-skirt and have to sit around all day until your buddies get off the river. Mario believes that since Deliverance no one has written an authentically gripping story. His story has traveled thousands of river miles and has finally reached its destination. He s done a good job with it. Read it and see for yourself. Mario lives in New Port Richey, Florida and is currently working on his second novel, Kracker Flats.
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