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| "As a dedicated bibliophile I
say it is absurd to label John Wareham?s novel, Chancey On Top,
obscene. Yes, a sexually explicit scene pairs the picaresque
protagonist with the late Princess Diana. But so what? Like
all else between these silky covers, that sensual sojourn is
wildly entertaining and brilliantly relayed. The intricate,
multi-layered plot showcases a full emotional spectrum, including
seamless poetic interludes from the comedic to the sublime.
The dazzling denouement then ultimately ranks this literary
bonbon among the finest. Sure, the hero, Chancey Haste, is a
two-timer, but so is the novel. It is one of those rare works
whose cunning moves arouse even as they satisfy. So once is
not enough. Full revelation begs the subtle master strokes be
savored slowly, second time through."
— Nadine Strossen, ACLU President;
author, Defending Pornography; for The New York
Observer
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| "Philosophically
savvy, hilarious, whimsical - inspired." —
Kirkus Reviews |
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| "Stunning . . . ardent . . .
strange and affecting. An unusual spin on a love triangle -
an exploration of moral quandaries and the passionate heights
of sensual love from leadership consultant John Wareham, whose
writing is assured throughout." —
Publishers Weekly |
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| "Hats off to Chancey! The finest contemporary showcasing of the sonnet form, in my humble opinion."
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Charles Defanti, professor of literature, Kean University, author, The Wages of Expection: the biography of Edward Dahlberg. |
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| "Profound, profane, funny and
unputdownable . . . eye-popping scenes and insights. Chandler
Haste himself is something new: a highly literate corporate
creature in hot pursuit of money, sex, love and enlightenment?even
as God, the Devil and various sacred cows seem to be in pursuit
of him. Beautifully written and ultimately uplifting."
— Eli Noam, professor, Columbia Business School |
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| "Brilliant, sexy
and surreal - the Bridges of Madison County as photographed
by Herb Ritts."
— Kevin Roberts, worldwide chief
executive, Saatchi & Saatchi |
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"Those who find their wisdom
in wild and witty packaging will love Chancey On Top . . . a
beautifully written, deeply moving novel that chronicles a riveting
psychological journey that sweeps the reader to a shattering
catharsis. The end comes all too quickly, but the characters
live on."
— Bernard Berkowitz, Ph.D. Clinical
Psychologist, co-author, How To Be Your Own Best Friend |
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| "A magnificent yarn . . . funny
and sexy . . . racy and contentious . . . literary and erudite
. . . ultimately profound and moving. Captures the inner conflicts
of conscience and provides authentic insights into attachments
and transitions, love and enlightenment, and the struggles so
many executives experience." —
Harry Levinson Ph.D., clinical psychologist, author, CEO:
Corporate Leadership in Action, professor, Harvard Medical
School |
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