Pieces of Dark Pieces of Light
Forgotten Dangers.
Family Secrets.
An Unknown Fate.
When weapons of mass destruction are discovered in the country of Tajikistan and terrorist threats begin to surface, U.S. diplomat Janssen LaMarche is tapped as the one person who can avert an international crisis. It’s 2052, and WMD have been seemingly non-existent for twenty years because of an international treaty. Military options are off the table. Janssen’s diplomatic skills, charismatic personality, and family connections must save the day.
Before LaMarche begins his mission, however, doctors identify a health problem as terminal. Now forced to wage a life and death battle for himself, he must first travel back in time where an unknown fate awaits him, and family secrets on two continents come to light.Meanwhile, the checkered history of a member of his team casts doubts on the integrity of their operation and violence erupts in Tajikistan.
As a world crisis moves the plot through suspenseful twists and surprises, at the heart of the story is the personal saga of a man on a mission and the women who fear for his life.
Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light” is a futuristic international mystery/adventure novel that will keep you turning the pages unable to put it down. Linda Rooks has written a combination science fiction, mystery, adventure, and romance that will appeal to teens and adults alike. It is a timeless tale of good and evil where God tests man and faith and values prevail. I highly recommend it.
Bill McCollum, former Florida Attorney General and U.S. Congressman.
Linda Rooks has provided a fast-paced, exciting story that expertly blends international intrigue with science fiction. Anyone that enjoys a tale with characters that entice the reader to keep turning pages will enjoy Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light. I strongly recommend the book for anyone who enjoys an exciting tale.
John M. House, PhD, Colonel (USA Retired) and Desert Storm combat veteran.
Those who enjoy the writings of David Baldacci, will love Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light. I could not put this book down.
CAPT George Daniel Prettyman USNR, Ret
This novel has a realistic foundation in Washington, its diplomatic structure, and serious international challenges. The author takes the reader through a journey in time with unique twists and cleverly crafted turns into the future. Linda Rooks has a talent for developing captivating characters who face dramatic personal challenges, and international intrigue, which cause the reader to devour one page after another. Wonderfully written, it truly captures the title from darkness there is light. It clearly reminds us with faith and hope there is light.
Congressman John L Mica
Linda Rooks’ debut thriller ticks all the boxes: international intrigue; compelling characters with plenty of heart; and a fast-paced plot that kept me reading through the night. Rooks hooked me with her well-developed characters and their respective spiritual awakenings—and she pulled me in with a creative mix of science fiction, suspense, and just enough romance. This is your next best read!
Catherine Finger, award-winning author of the Jo Oliver Thriller series.
I have always enjoyed an action packed novel. In Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light, you will be drawn into Linda Rooks’ characters and fast moving dialogue. Suspense at its best with a bonus of inspiration and life lessons. An intriguing read that both entertains and gives you something to think about. You won’t be disappointed!
LeAnn Weiss-Rupard, President of Encouragement Company & Best-selling Hugs author.
A compelling journey through decades past, the present and future, Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light inspires the reader to appreciate that our life’s every day decisions are part of a bigger design than any one individual can understand, but that faith in God’s plan will save ourselves, loved ones and perhaps civilization writ large. A moving tribute to the power of faith.
Tom Feeney, Former U.S. Congressman and Florida House Speaker
Linda Rooks’ latest book—Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light—is a richly engaging novel set 30 years in the future, but with its tentacles reaching back into the 20th century. Her ingredients in this compelling story are international espionage, time travel, family secrets, betrayal and restoration, faith and integrity. Her characters are finely developed as the story unfolds, revealing lessons that we need to be reminded of today, long before the future she describes so eloquently.
Darryl M. Bloodworth, Former Air Force pilot, author “We Who Remain”, and trial lawyer
Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light is a page-turner that will keep you up all night until you finish it! Award-winning author Linda Rooks has written another certain best-seller, only this one is filled with intrigue, long-held family secrets, and a major world-wide crisis. If you like suspense and can read while holding your breath for long periods of time, dive into this book!
Martha Bolton, Emmy-nominated writer for Bob Hope and the author of 88 books
Linda Rooks has created a fascinating, intricate plot in this sci fi and political novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Although I’m not into reading a lot of fiction, I couldn’t put this book down. Rooks communicates relevant spiritual truths on topics that reach across the world from our country to Tajikistan, both now and in the future. Don’t be surprised if this novel makes it to the Big Screen.
Ginny Dent Brant, author of Finding True Freedom: From the White House to the World.