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In the quiet stillness of the night, a gunshot rings out, claiming the life of one of Galtons most esteemed citizens. As murder intertwines with political intrigue, the mystery becomes thornier. The only hope of unveiling the truth lies in the hands of an unlikely detective - a parish priest. Delve into this enthralling thriller penned by a talented husband and wife duo, as they unravel a tale of crime, power, and faith. (Adapted from the original jacket blurb)

Drawing on his years of experience as a Crown Prosecutor in Treaty 6 territory, Harold Johnson challenges listeners to change the story we tell ourselves about the drink that goes by many names—booze, hooch, spirits, sauce, and the evocative “firewater.” Confronting the harmful stereotype of the “lazy, drunken Indian,” and rejecting medical, social, and psychological explanations of the roots of alcoholism, Johnson cries out for solutions, not diagnoses, and shows how alcohol continues to kill so many.

Approached by an ecumenical society representing many faiths, from Judeo-Christians to fellow members of First Nations, Harold R. Johnson agreed to host a group who wanted to hear him speak about the power of storytelling. This book is the outcome of that gathering. In The Power of Story, Johnson explains the role of storytelling in every aspect of human life, from personal identity to history and the social contracts that structure our societies, and illustrates how we can direct its potential to re-create and reform not only our own lives, but the life we share.

The shocking discovery of County Prosecutor Wally Brightons lifeless body, clutching a shattered rosary in one hand and a .32 automatic in the other, leaves the town in suspense. Was it a tragic suicide or a calculated murder? Follow the captivating journey of two tenacious reporters, balancing a budding romance with their amateur detective work, as they unravel the perplexing twists and turns of this electrifying murder mystery. This thrilling narrative is taken from an original jacket summary.

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