SEWELL, N.J., Nov. 29, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- As a college student ten years ago, J.M. Ferranto laid the groundwork of a grand, deeply personal project; a multi-dimensional, thrill-filled mystery novel that would also serve as a scathing social commentary on modern society. The fateful endeavor -- which ended up leading Ferranto to a career in fiction writing -- triumphantly culminates in a new novel coming out this month.
Dissident (Xlibris Publishing), slated to hit bookshelves this month, is a mystery thriller that deeply explores some of human society's most pressing issues: the abortion debates, the theory of "Nature vs. Nurture", and of life's most critical choices; the ones that send ripples of impact throughout a person's existence. Set in the fictional eastern Pennsylvanian town of Revolution, Ferranto's masterfully-written work follows the trail of Isabella Esposito, and her long, strange journey of self-discovery. After a three-year search for her biological parents, Isabella finds herself facing the barrel of a 9MM handgun -- and then passes out from a blow to the head. In her unconscious state, every decision that led her to this point plays out in her mind -- and unravels a riveting, thought-provoking story.
A powerful tale of family, right and wrong, and the choices we make in life, Ferranto's novel is a thought-provoking mystery thriller that tackles a myriad of pressing social issues and bitingly asks: If a child is unwanted at conception, can it ever truly be wanted? Dissident, which retails at $ 19.99 (Paperback), is already available at the publisher's online bookstore, www.Xlibris.com.
About the Author
J.M. Ferranto has taken a story that he developed over 10 years ago as a college assignment and turned it into his debut full-length novel. He is a high school graphic arts teacher who has never let go of his passion for writing. After the urging of a coworker, Ferranto has finally written his story. He has recently attained his Master's Degree and resides in southern New Jersey.
Dissident * by J.M. Ferranto
Publication Date: November 15, 2007
Trade Paperback; $19.99; 244 pages; 978-1-4257-7247-5
Cloth Hardback; $29.99; 244 pages; 978-1-4257-7258-1
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