the boxer & the poet something of a romance
nationally renowned author james thayers brilliant crossover into the literary love story arena locked in a desk for decades a lost poem destined to bring together the unlikeliest of partners ... hed been wrecked but good this time . at thirty four down and out boxer dennis jones is loveless motherless penniless and directionless . when he opens his eyes after a particularly brutal fight he sees a raven haired blue eyed demon in the guise of an angel . what she wants to do to his life is laughable insane . yet what does he have to lose new orleans garden district socialite and poetry professor isobel autrey needs a fighter . one who will do what she wants with no questions asked . someone who can cut through the obstacles between her and edgar allan poes last undiscovered great work . weaving through ancient secret society rites boxing rings the new orleans underbelly and right back to high society dennis and isobel embark on a quest to revamp his life find the poem and possibly discover each other . if they make it itll be close . reviews thayer steps out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary with the boxer & the poet a unique captivating plot with powerful characters you can feel . masterful magical and compelling . i couldnt turn the pages fast enough . debby schoeningh editor the record courier ... a fantastic and fast paced adventure filled with so many interesting and fascinating characters . this book keeps you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end wondering what will happen next . the chemistry between the weary battle scarred boxer dennis and the beautiful socialite isobel is mesmerizing . if youve enjoyed james thayers books in the past then this one his first but hopefully not his last attempt at a romance will delight you . kaseys view thayers writing is smooth and clear ... it wastes no words and it has a rhythm that only confident stylists achieve . the new york times book review of previous work