Skate

About the Book

Daniel Nedd was an ordinary guy in his early thirties who was basically unsuccessful in the dating scene not through any fault of his own. After a serious failed relationship and three horrific blind dates he was determined to let love happen. After moving out of his mother’s house and into his own apartment the reality of independence and responsibility became evident.

The first stop on the road of independence was the neighborhood department store. The tremendous shopping area, the hustle and bustle, the constant announcements over the PA system and the all around chaos overwhelmed him. Ready to retreat but convinced to stay by the soft voice and even softer hand of Carmen, beautiful Carmen who instantly took his breath away. Their chance meeting turned into much more. Even after finding out Carmen belonged to another they still continued their adulterous affair. The marriage of Johnny and Carmen was never out of love, more of a convenience to him. The mental and physical abuse she endured during her marriage only pushed her further into Daniel’s arms. Divorce from Johnny, future plans with Daniel and the happy ending never came to fruition. Johnny had his own plan. Cool, calculating Johnny Griggs murders his wife Carmen committing the worse crime in Bowen County and gets away with it.

About the Author

Yura Blessyn was born in New York City. She was fortunate to be able to attend schools that enabled and encouraged her to persevere. Although she began writing at a very young age it became more serious in high school. This was all thanks to her English teacher Mr. Bruckner, who gave her the push she needed by telling her she had a flare for creativity and was an excellent writer. It wasn't until later years that Yura focused on writing and claimed it as her sacred passion. Even though she has been writing for several years its only recently she decided to publish. Her captivating style is not only descriptive, drawing you in for more page turning thrills but she also invites you to enjoy her quirky sense of humor which also pulls you in leaving you wanted more. Although most of her work history has been in the medical field and in education nothing has been more rewarding than expressing her thoughts on paper. She has three children and currently resides in the southern part of the United States.