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A blind teenager helps a misplaced ghost unravel his dark past only to discover the chilling truth about his own missing father.

It’s 1970, and Colin, blind since birth, is leaving for college — still devastated by the strange disappearance of his father four years before. He also harbors two present-day burdens: a simmering resentment about his mother’s new marriage, and the mysterious arrival of Pete, a peculiar ghost who has revealed himself only to Colin.

Meticulous and old fashioned, Pete appeared shortly after Colin and his mother moved into his new stepfather’s house. The ghost — clearly from another era — understands nothing about his past nor his curious connection to Colin. With help from his opinionated cousin Katie, Colin slowly unlocks the spirit’s darkest secrets, unmasks the hypocrisy of those he loves, and finally discovers the chilling truth about his own missing father.

Entwined in a knot of clever lies with a paranormal punch to the gut, Telling a Thumper keeps raising the stakes while blurring the moral line between vengeance and justice.

“A thrilling mystery…written with affection, charm, and intelligence.” — The BookLife Prize for Fiction

“An uncommon coming-of-age story.”

“An enchanting, exciting, and heartwarming read.” – IndieReader

“Extremely moving page turner.”

“The ending is shocking, the perfect culmination for this electric story.”

“Richly textured mystery exploring the sometimes murky path to truth.” – Booklife (Publishers Weekly)

“Captures the unique challenges of a young man’s blindness and…obstacles that truly test the mettle of this likable lead.” – Kirkus Reviews

“Telling A Thumper is a triumphant treat.”

“The plot twists keep readers on edge, questioning the characters’ motives and the bigger theme of family secrets.”

“Telling a Thumper is a must read for anyone who enjoys a carefully crafted plot.”

“Fleming’s rich period piece is a sensitive depiction of romance and divided loyalties during World War II.” — BookLife Reviews

“A warm and touching story about the ability of love and human connection to stand the tests of war, hatred, and violence.” – IndieReader

“A fascinating story with an amazing finish. I was sorry to see it end.”

“I read this book in one day! And just when I thought I figured out the story’s conclusion, the author has a surprise for us.”

“A historically authentic war tale…” – Kirkus Reviews

“A true page turner you will not put down. Fleming’s storytelling style paints vivid visual impressions on the reader. Bravo!”

 “It shrinks the enormous footprint of WWII into a tangible personal struggle.”

“Excellent read. Explores a fascinating part of history that is meticulously researched by the author.”

“Leaves readers with an overarching message of hope — and an understanding of our own personal call to be courageous in our own lives.”

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