Living The Dream: A Historical Fiction Novel

by Barry A. Coughlin

Book Overview

William Bassett is a land surveyor in the small Midwestern town of St. Elsewhere. While surveying along US Highway 40, he is struck by a car, inducing a deep coma. It is December of 1818 and Illinois... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1434896404
• ISBN13: 9781434896407
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Great read with something for everyone!

If you enjoy a little bit of romance, a bit of comedy, a dash of mystery and a dose of history, you will love this book. I enjoyed it start to finish. Mr. Coughlin has created characters with personalities that jump from the pages. Have you ever read a book that you hate to see come to an end? If you have and you are seeking another to keep you intrigued, I would highly suggest this book. Mr. Coughlin, I can't wait to see more.

Can't Wait For the Sequel!!!

What an interesting story! You don't have to be a history buff to appreciate this book. I didn't want to put it down. It is a great book for all audiences whether you like comedy, action, history, fiction, mystery, or romance. It has it all!!! I can't wait to see what Mr. Coughlin comes up with next.

A must read for Southern Illinois history buffs

Living the Dream is a great read for anyone who loves small town living with a dab of history and a bit of romance to keep you intrigued. Each character you read about will remind you of someone you have known in your life giving you a feeling that are right in the book with them. If you knew the author you would know what a feat he has accomplished with the writing of this book and "living his own dream". He is an inspiration to those around him.

great story

I read this story and couldn't put it down. I live in a small town close to Vandalia and found it facinating. I had never thought of how this area was over a hundred years ago or what it might have been like to survey and settle the area. Mr. Coughlin told a great story and mixed it with historical events. My daughter and I both thoroughly enjoyed this story and hope there will be more to come.

Small Town Girl

I am from a small town near Vandalia, so I could definately relate to the story. This book has it all ie. drama, romance, mystery, and comedy. It is a story anybody can embrace and the ending leaves you hanging on for more. Don't miss out on this one! Kudos to Barry