Abe March
Reviewed By Linda Waterson
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Young, attractive, and successful, Heather Wilson is a force to be reckoned with. A star on the rise in one of the most powerful architectural firms in the country, she appears to have it all – that is, until she walks in on her husband of 18 years in the heat of passion with another woman. In the ensuing emotional fallout, she tries to bury herself in work, but when she happens across a photo of an ancient German castle one day, she is instantly drawn to it – and the older gentleman staring back at her from within it – for reasons she can’t fully explain, and she soon embarks on a journey to the site in order to explore her feelings further.
Upon her arrival, she meets Hans, the gentleman from the photo, and the two of them form a connection that soon evolves into all-out attraction – the only problem: he’s a married man, and his wife has been in a coma for five years; nonetheless, Hans can’t deny the intensity of the bond between him and Heather, and, despite his loyalty to his beloved, he can’t resist indulging in the burgeoning passion that soon consumes them both.
What neither Heather nor Hans realize, though, is that the attraction they feel for one another has deep spiritual roots and has endured for centuries – and the ultimate outcome of their not-so-random encounter lies just beyond the scope of their control...
Journey Into The Past is a touching tale of the incomparable power of fate. In it, author Abe March takes the reader on a compelling journey through the mysterious inner workings of the heart, putting on full display just how mercurial the world of emotions can often be. He also treats the reader to a revealing trek through the culture, countryside, and fascinating history of Germany, lending his narrative a healthy dose of genuine authenticity.
Love comes in many different forms, some of which often take us completely by surprise. In Journey Into The Past, though, Abe March does a skillful job of proving that, no matter which form it ultimately takes, true love transcends all boundaries – even those of space and time.
Official Apex Reviews
Interview: Abe March (Journey Into The Past)
Apex Reviews: Thanks for joining us for this interview, Abe. We're looking
forward to learning more about your book.
Why do Heather and Hans initially fight the attraction that each feels for the
other?
Abe March: Hans is
married, is older, and doesn’t feel it proper. Heather thinks Hans is
married, and after what she went through with her husband, doesn’t want to be
that “other woman.” They both feel drawn to each other, but the reservations
they feel about getting too close tends to increase the attraction.
AR: Given how loyal he is to his wife, how is Hans able to indulge in the
passion that he feels for Heather?
AM: After five years of being without companionship, his wife being in a coma, his passion is activated by Heather. Although he puts up resistance, it takes a person like Heather to break down the barriers that prevented him from getting on with his life.
AR: In the story, your retelling of various aspects of German history is masterful. Did you perform much research prior to penning the tale?
AM: I actually live near the area of the castles where the story takes place. I have walked the trails described in the story, and visited the castles, taking notes.
AR: Your descriptions of Germany are very captivating. How were you able to capture the scenery of the countryside so vividly?
AM: As mentioned, I know
the area well. Nothing about the history or the places described, are
contrived. Even the characters have some authenticity. I’ve been there.
AR: Do you plan to write a sequel to the story?
AM: Depends on the
reaction to this story. I can foresee a sequel with the daughter Rose and
her new found friend. They may carry on where Hans and Heather left off.
AR: Please share more with us about some of your other writings.
AM: My first novel, “To Beirut and Back” is a true story of my entrepreneurial pursuits that took me to Beirut, Lebanon. I was there during the civil war and was the first Westerner kidnapped. I left after the 27th cease-fire and returned a year later to try and salvage my business, but it was premature. This story is not about war but about the perpetual struggle to succeed. The life of the Arabs comes into play.
My second novel, “They
Plotted Revenge Against America” was published in February of this year.
It was inspired by America’s
invasion of Iraq.
The need for revenge for two Iraqi youths whose parents were killed in the
invasion, took them to Beirut,
where they team up with other youths with similar fates caused by American-backed
Israeli aggression. They were trained for a mission to take their revenge
to the heart of America.
It is a realistic story of what could happen.
AR: What's next for you?
AM: I retired, but continue to write about things important to me. The romance novel was a break from the more serious side of things. I write about things or places where I have been and/or have knowledge.
AR: How can people learn more about you and your writing efforts?
AM: They can visit my website: http://www.freewebs.com/abemarch
AR: How can they contact you directly?
AM: They can contact me
via my website.
AR: Any final thoughts you'd like to share with our readers?
AM: Enjoy life. Reading is entertaining and also a vehicle for learning. Learning about the author can be helpful in ascertaining the validity of the subject matter. In the case of the romance novel, Journey Into The Past was a realistic portrayal of the characters involved in the 15th century.
AR: Thanks again, Abe, and best of continued success to you in all your endeavors!