The Pearls of Amatua

About the Book

Michael Shering is an up and coming jeweler to the rich and famous when he takes a vacation, escaping the brutal winter for a month, going to Amatua, a tropical island playground for the world’s most wealthy. His partner and mentor, Marvin Stahn, warns him, “Stay out of intrigues, you’re no good at them.” But Michael’s adventure strays beyond simple intrigue as he becomes enmeshed in fabulous gems, politics, romance, ancient feuds and blood in the jungle while he fights to solve the mystery of the PEARLS OF AMATUA.

About the Author

Hiram Strait began writing very young. He segued into visual art, became a designer and craftsman in stained glass creating monumental windows for religious institutions. He crafted in precious metals and stones mastering lapidary and gold work. Taking a turn, he studied sleight of hand. Five coins and a deck of cards took him around the world. Now, he turns his designs into paintings using his given name, (see jeffreykesslerart.com) and writes. Search “Hiram’s Tales of the 60s” for a taste of his next book.