Michael Dolan has had this story burning in his head for many years. It is his first novel. He and his wife of twenty five years are recent empty nesters. Their son joined the Army right out of high school. They are proud of his decision to serve this country that has given them so much. Their daughter is a college graduate who works in financial management. Michael's storytelling background came from creating role playing game modules. He was jostled awake at 2 AM during senior finals. Four friends were begging to finish the current adventure. It made the following day's finals a yawning affa...