Hello again!
Well, I have had several people ask if any of my characters are based on anyone. The answer is absolutely no. My book is pure fiction and I don’t condone vengeance. All the characters are fictional as well. If there is any resemblance to anyone, it is purely coincidental.
As a note, though, I must tell you that I have lived in both Charleston, South Carolina and in Charlottesville, Virginia. Both towns were brought into my story because they are familiar to me. I had a little fun with the details; but most of it is just fun with very little connection to history. There is one large exception: the part about the development of Kiawah is somewhat true. Martin’s connection is purely made up, however. I will tell you that I did weave in the technological advancements into my timeline. You will find the introduction to the iPhone and a few other small references (such as a Walkman).
I will also tell you that I wrote this book in response to my feelings about two crimes that occurred in my own family. One was rather violent and ended in the death of a distant family member; and the other involved a close family member who was attacked and lived but the case never made it to trial. Struggling through the aftermath of both incidents, I discovered that most people have a part of them that wants revenge, no matter how nice or good we are on the outside. I am a Christian. That is my choice; and I chose to let God handle that for me. I cannot say that my human side did not struggle with it, though. This book was my way of venting a little as well as releasing some of my inner desire to write.
I have mentioned before and I will say it again. I will be donating some of the proceeds from this book (no matter how few or how many I sell) to a victims group; and I will identify that group soon. I feel that is the most positive way to help others who have been through what my family has endured. I wish no other family would ever have to know what it feels like to be a victim. It is truly a horrible reality to live.
Sincerely,
B Green
