“Books are a uniquely portable magic.” – Stephen King
Managed Paranoia – Book One
In Managed Paranoia – Book One, Hank Gunn, a resilient veteran left with a sunken sailboat, faces the challenges of a suffocating nanny state. Triggered by an ill-advised statement to his psychologist, Hank questions his enrollment in a suicide prevention program and seeks to escape its prying eyes. His opportunity arises when billionaire inventor Olin Ou invites him to join his eccentric family on their yacht. Together, they navigate treacherous waters, seeking to elude the overreaching grasp of oppressive governments. Meanwhile, Bella, a marine biologist, experiences a sinister turn during her tropical vacation as she becomes entangled in a nightmarish situation with her boyfriend Gregory, revealing his true criminal nature. Despite starting on opposite sides of the Pacific, Hank and Bella must confront threats to their freedom as they journey towards each other, discovering a new way forward.
Managed Paranoia – Book Two
In Managed Paranoia – Book Two, Hank’s exceptional seamanship and his ability to lead Olin Ou and the crew of the GalaxSea through severe storms validate Olin’s belief in the presence of Hank’s guardian angels. However, their escape from the clutches of the predatory state remains uncertain as a malevolent AI takes offensive measures against anyone who tries to escape. With Olin leading the way and assisted by his personal AI, they skillfully navigate treacherous waters, barely staying one step ahead of the relentless pursuit of a vindictive cabal of powerful forces. Simultaneously, Bella seeks refuge from her greatest relationship mistake, her ex-boyfriend Gregory, finding solace at her father’s deep-ocean aquaculture station. As their lives intertwine, Hank and Bella must navigate their complex connection, facing imminent threats to their freedom. Can they summon the strength to forge a new path forward in a world determined to control their destinies?
How did Olin Ou become so wealthy?
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Finlay Beach
Finlay Beach was an audacious free spirit from the very start. Even at the tender age of ten, he rafted down a creek, and by fourteen, he had paddled a river in a canoe—although it’s worth noting that those primitive crafts didn’t survive the journey. At sixteen, he fell in with a group of sailors and noticed they had a clever knack for reusing their boats, a revelation that sparked his enduring love affair with sailing.
Under the guise of pursuing a college education, Finlay took a leap of faith and left Upstate New York. Instead, his journey whisked him across Canada by train and through a series of hitchhikes until he found himself in Spokane. There, he pursued the girl who had captured his heart in high school, but she dreamt of more than just a charming partner. She longed for a family and a swimming pool. Accepting the challenge with gusto, Finlay furthered his education and put his negotiation skills to the test.
While navigating the hustle and bustle of college, Finlay worked as an ocean lifeguard and EMT. Before diving into graduate studies, he made a spectacular dive of another kind—he won the girl over! They’ve since built a bustling family with three children and two grandchildren, crafting a life almost as thrilling as any of the escapades in Finlay’s near-future novels.
Enriched by countless nautical adventures, both beneath the waves and atop the water’s surface, Finlay Beach harnesses these invaluable experiences into his creative process and incorporates them into his fiction writing. He skillfully weaves elements of science, freedom, and faith-based principles to craft enthralling near-future sci-fi thrillers. When he isn’t writing captivating tales, he applies his academic and clinical expertise to raise funds for his wife’s elusive swimming pool.
How did Olin Ou become so wealthy?
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