Charles L Mahoney

Story of the Ghost Charles L Mahoney First Print edition

Gavin Reeves is "The Ghost", a very special athlete who, with the help of a native Apache, learns what it means to sacrifice when he plays the game of eight-man football alone, solo.

Set near the Mexican border, south of Tucson, the journey heats up in Part II as the sixteen year old plays the game the only way he knows how: with every bit of fight in his heart.

Somewhere along the way, between the cheap hits on the dusty fields of the Sonoran Desert, a prisoner is allowed to escape. And the prisoner, much like Gavin, has a mission to complete.

Readers looking for something more under the words, for a story as original as it gets, might just find this 'thinking persons' novel a hidden gem of contemporary fiction.

"This is contemporary literature at its finest. I absolutely recommend this book to anyone who likes a lyrical style, interesting characters and a unique outcome." -Alex, Amazon Verified

"A great 'thinking persons' read by a highly skilled author." -Vinny, Amazon Verified

OTHER 5 STAR REVIEWS

"This is a thought-provoking, beautifully complex and symbolic story. Mahoney's ability to interweave parallel stories, time and place is gripping and left me awe-struck."

"Mahoney uses the characters and subtle symbolism to examine the strongest and most powerful of human emotions."

"The debut novel from Charles L. Mahoney is one of the literary surprises of the year."

Sometimes we stand alone in our dream. Sometimes there is a choice that must be made. Stand with Gavin on the five yard line and watch the football travel where it does. Be there with him and consider the choice, the sacrifice for the greater good.