John Reinhard Dizon Next Great American Novelist Spoiler Inc. PO Box 7053 Lee's Summit MO 64064 spoiler2010@aol.com
John Reinhard Dizon was born and raised in the Cobble Hill section of Brooklyn, NY. He participated in local and high school sports at Bishop Loughlin MHS, excelling in wrestling, hockey and football. The lead vocalist of the Spoiler and the Ducky Boys, he was a key figure on the Brooklyn rock scene during the Punk Revolution of the 70's. Relocating to San Antonio TX in the 80's, he moonlighted as a pro wrestler while working as a legal assistant. He successfully pursued a BA at UTSA and degrees in Korean martial arts during the 90's. He currently lives in KC MO where he is studying for his BA in English at UMKC. Mr. Dizon has been studying and writing about military history, Irish history, pop culture, Christianity and women's issues for over twenty-five years.
THE STANDARD
In the not too distant future, a coalition of international groups is planning a return to the gold standard in resolving a global recession. A criminal network of drug cartels and financial speculators are plotting to convert their holdings into bullion before launching attacks against major gold depositories in three countries to give them a monopoly in the new market.
MI6 agent William Shanahan sees the mission to thwart the criminals as a chance to land an executive desk job in London. His job is to infiltrate the network with the aid of UDA gunman Jack Gawain, whose assignment is to distract and overcome the cartel’s top assassin, Enrique Chupacabra. Though challenged in overcoming a personal dislike for Gawain, Shanahan finds himself backing Gawain’s bold initiatives in creating chaos in Chupacabra’s inner circle.
Shanahan is conflicted by his inner need to maintain a higher moral standard than Gawain. Yet after a car bombing, an armed robbery and a strangulation, Shanahan realizes that his superiors’ tacit approval shows they will stop at nothing to derail the criminal enterprise. Shanahan follows Gawain’s lead and finds himself in direct contact with a representative of the Sardinian Mob as well as Chupacabra himself.
Shanahan and Gawain follow Chupacabra to Miami where Gawain enters a million-dollar domino game against Chupacabra. When another female member of Chupacabra’s entourage is murdered, he suspects that Gawain’s presence is more than a coincidence. He decides to play mind games with Gawain by recruiting Fianna Hesher, his gal pal, as the newest addition to his clique. Keeping her away from Gawain makes him realize that not only Chupacabra is onto him, but is using Fianna as a hostage.
MI6 learns that the cartel plans to detonate a ‘dirty bomb’ near Fort Knox to sabotage the US gold surplus, and sends the team in to abort the mission. Gawain escapes a double-cross after the bombers are foiled, though Shanahan is nearly killed by a Chupacabra hit squad. Shanahan manages to convince Gawain to take his place on a team destined for Iran to foil yet another attack: a missile strike on the gold bank in Zurich. The MI6 team is successful, and Shanahan and Gawain are both decorated for their service to Queen and Country.
The morality theme resonates throughout the novel as Shanahan struggles with the complexity of legal and moral issues presented throughout the mission. There is also the psychological conflict of Shanahan’s need to prove himself worthy of a higher station, trying to overcome his working-class background through superior mental, physical and moral prowess. It gives place to the action/adventure main event pitting the UK and the USA against the criminal enterprise, trying to foil Operation Blackout lest it gains control over the global economy by destroying the Anglo-Americans’ financial infrastructure.
PENNY FLAME
This is an action-adventure novel with a supernatural theme focusing on historical events in the Arizona Territory of the 1800's. Moneen Murphy, a grad student at UMKC, is researching a military investigation of war crimes at Superstition Mountain during the Apache Wars. She learns that her great-great grandmother, Penny Flame, played a major role in ameliorating the tensions between the Pima Indian tribe and the US Army throughout the region. As she traces the relationship between Penny and the natives, she begins a journey into the unknown where both the atrocities committed by the US Army and the indigenous tribes are unearthed along with dark secrets of the netherworld. Moneen finds herself channeling Penny's spirit in discovering the truth, bringing the ghosts of the past into the modern era with catastrophic force. The story of this fateful chapter in America's past reflects issues and events of the modern age, presented in an epic adventure not to be forgotten.
WOLFSANGEL
SS commando Carl Hansen, in love with French Resistance heroine Angelique Dagineau, survives Normandy invasion, thwarts underground drug dealers, eludes freedom fighters in '40's Vichy France. The Das Reich Division is recalled from the frozen wastelands of Western Russia to thwart the Allied invasion forces in 1944 Normandy. Vichy France seems an idyllic vacation spot, but increasing Resistance attacks lead to exponential degrees of retaliation by the beleaguered SS troops. As hostilities intensify, a French smuggling gang seeks to negotiate a deal for a large supply of morphine hijacked from a German Army medical facility. The hijackers try to remain one step ahead of Das Reich as they continue on their journey, while Carl comes ever closer to the final reckoning at Normandy. His only hope remains in the arms of Angie, who is also doing her share to ensure Carl is the only survivor of the Das Reich retreat.
CYCLOPS
This is a story about a 21st century Ku Klux Klan establishing itself in Kansas City, Missouri. Its leader, Jim Ralston, is a blue-collar worker who is approached by disenfranchised skinheads donating their take from a drug robbery to finance the project. He opens a social club in Independence and enlists two of his closest friends, fellow carpenter Billy Maxwell and ex-SEAL Debbie Skelley, to help launch the operation. Billy and Debbie open up social clubs in Westport and Lee’s Summit and begin recruiting new members to establish their presence in the Tri-City area. Their objective is to provide support to working class Christian families in the area, but their money-making schemes cause their plans to go awry.
Conflicts within the story evolve as Debbie’s Klavern opens a home improvement company and becomes increasingly involved in illegal scams as their fortunes increase. Billy’s Klavern begins shaking down local drug dealers and becomes a target of drug gangs in the vicinity. Their worst fears are realized when a serial killer makes his presence known in the Tri-City area, the crime scenes indicating a racial motivation. Detective Darrell Mathis, an African-American, initiates a campaign against the killer, known as Orion, and focuses his investigation on the Klansmen. He, in turn, develops empathy for Jim and his girlfriend Lilya, whose humanitarian efforts have revived the spirits of the residents of Sugar Creek. Darrell also discovers that Debbie’s Klavern has developed a Robin Hood reputation among black residents in Lee’s Summit for providing care packages for the needy.
The novel explores the intricate relations between activist groups and their surrounding communities, and how they are forced to make decisions that change their own world views and social philosophies in resolving complex issues. The Klan finds itself increasingly empowered in changing the neighborhoods in which they live, and racial barriers begin to collapse as they recognize their responsibility towards their fellow man regardless of race or creed. Alternately, minority groups are able to see the evolution of the Klan and develop a new respect for its members, seeing past the robes and historical stigma just as the Klan begins to see past skin color. The theme of reconciliation is resonant throughout the novel as racial, political, economic and religious differences continue to be resolved, the protagonists brought to a new understanding of one another and their ability to change their environment through faith, hope and charity. The Orion Killer helps refocus the community as ‘us and them’ becomes ‘him and us’, everyone joining together against a common threat to their newfound solidarity.
A colorful cast of characters, witty and engaging dialogue, authentic depictions of 21st century metropolitan Kansas City, a fast-paced narrative and an intriguing, powerful storyline make Cyclops one of the most unique perspectives on social and cultural urban issues of the decade. For suspense fans, current events buffs and readers looking for something completely different, this is a story they won’t forget.
DESTROYER
Retired Special Forces Agent Richard Mc Cain is an itinerant preacher who becomes a vigilante during the Tribulation Era in futuristic America. Targeted for destruction by Homeland Security, an internecine struggle develops as powerful members of his family within the HS infrastructure begin focusing on his exploits. The conflict develops as his ex-wife seeks his aid in rescuing her sister from a 'dirty bomb' attack in Mexico City. Mc Cain becomes a symbol of the 'hate criminals' disrupting the ultimate goal of the New World Order: world peace. The novel seeks to answer the question: is God truly in control?
TIARA
Princess Jennifer of Edinburgh, heiress to the British throne, is abducted by extremists, sought by CIA agents and an international terrorist during negotiations amidst Good Friday peace talks in '98 Northern Ireland. The UDA attempts to force the hand of its IRA rivals with the kidnap gambit, drawing the attention of saboteur Berlin Mansfield who is smitten by the Princess after a chance meeting. The CIA agents, drawn into the chase by coincidence, find themselves caught between the IRA, the UDA and Mansfield in a spinetingling series of events. The Princess finally manages to save the day in a breathtaking and exhilarating conclusion.
Bat, The
John Ralston is a vigilante who uncovers facts about a series of mass murders placing him on the trail of a renowned NYC psychiatrist. An ex-Green Beret, he is part of a rehab program for Vietnam trauma victims which becomes linked to violent incidents that become headline news. He learns that the brilliant Dr. Coulter is using the group as a subterfuge for mind control experiments that bring the two men into a cataclysmic confrontation.
Both Sides Now
Lucien Triskellion, amateur wrestling champ and German professor at NYU, moonlights as pro grappler and falls in love with Anna Drexler, a fellow intern, in mid-60's Greenwich Village. This satire provides an in-depth look at the world of pro wrestling as well as the underground culture of the Hippie Era in NYC. It includes a subplot in which Anna's father is drawn into a legal battle against extradition hearings over charges of war crimes during his military service in WWII. It provides the novel with dramatic conflict as the lovers are wracked by the turn of events that tend to end their romantic interlude once and forever.
Crew, The
NYC street con Joey Burkett joins forces with female San Antonio lawyers to bring their firm to the top of the SA list firms. The trio then embarks on a trail of theft and murder in junior partner in New Mexico before the tale reaches a thrilling climax. An insider's view of the duality of modern-day law and those who elude it makes this a compelling story for today's courtroom enthusiasts.
The Fury
Supernatural thriller about a female private investigator hired by mob boss to keep tabs on Mafia princess amidst '80's Bronx drug war. Bridgette Celine is recruited by Mafia capo Peter Ross, whose daughter Annabelle is involved with West Indian psychics in a Harlem voodoo cult. Bridgette learns that Ross' interests in Harlem extend beyond Annabelle's pursuits. Only there is a murder spree and a drug war that seem to be linked to the voodoo cult into which Bridgette and Annabelle are being drawn ever deeper.
Generations
This semi-biographical novel focuses on three generations of a Spanish-American family making their mark in 20th century Texas society. Teenaged Teodulfo Dizon, son of an officer retired in the Philippines after the Spanish-American War, migrates to the USA after World War I. As George Bical, he survives the Depression and becomes founder of the Filipino-American Society in San Antonio, Texas. His son Manny travels to NYC and realizes his own destiny as a pro boxing champion. Grandson Johnny returns to SA to discover his roots only to find the family beginning to disintegrate over the new generation's increasing involvement in drugs. Hurling himself into the conflict, he is able to restore the family's pride and honor in the heartwarming conclusion.
Heralds
S/F adventure about time-traveling commandoes in 20th Century preaching peace to a callous society. The Eliminators are hurtled through a 4-D portal in escaping occupational forces in the 25th Century. Recovered in modern-day Florida, they warn the population of the coming catastrophes to mixed response. Political conflict places the couple in jeopardy as tension escalates in this dramatic piece of speculative fiction.
Hezbollah
Semi-biographical three-part novel about a punk band menaced by terrorists during a rock concert in '80's Palestine. Female PI Debbie Munson rejoins singer David Diamond and studio wizard Stu Carlucci at reunion gig, only to be recruited by soul music icon for Middle East tour. A flashback to the formative years of the group returns to the fictional present, where the tour entourage becomes pawns of a smuggling ring intent on using the event for their own purposes.
King of the Hoboes
Female investigator Veronika Heydrich uncovers plot by megalomaniacal underground leader to coordinate crime wave amidst '80's homeless community. After her father's death, her floundering company receives a bid from a coalition against a rash of teen disappearances across the nation linked to a mysterious underground movement. Her dad's ex-partners provide backup as she goes deep undercover in a cathartic rite of passage. It becomes an intense psychological drama as her personal conflict rages alongside the turbulence of the situation as it develops in this intricate tale.
Kitchen, The
Irish immigrants caught up in Irish mob war in '60's Hell's Kitchen. IRA fugitive Mickey Coleraine comes to NYC, falls in love with Sharon, a second-generation Irish lass. He joins a Hell's Kitchen gang caught in a power struggle between rival Irish mob factions in mid-60's NYC. His fellow members display artistic ability which compromise their dreams for their future. Their loyalty to the gang and their aspirations for a better life are the focus of the conflict in this fast-paced drama.
Life, The
Biographical short-stories about Old Testament figures with a modern-day dialogue twist. Adam, Noah, Jacob, Joshua, Samson, Samuel, Joab, Nehemiah, Hosea and Paul provide first-person narratives in recollecting their trials and tribulations, witnessing as to how their lives were changed in dedicating themselves to God. It provides a unique outlook at timeless figures in an ancient world.
Miro 3
Sci-fi novel about two teens trying to discover truth about social reinforcement policies in 25th Century residential colony. Class C citizen Johnny Alpha meets Class A orphan Lessa Omega, whose sudden turn of fortune may result in her transfer from Miro III to the colony Beyond, from which no one ever returns. The young hacker tries to rebuild her identity in Class C while eluding Corporate Security determined to reconfine his friend. It ends as a tender love story depicting the extent of the sacrifice love can require.
Phoenix
Second in Trillick trilogy as he gets caught between drug dealers and white supremacists victimizing Native American community. Taz cruises to Phoenix to meet long-lost relatives, finding his beautiful cousin Becca in an abusive relationship with a violent husband. Becca's ex-brother-in-law Vern Abbott is a vice cop who uncovers a dope ring trying to corner the market within the Native American community. The hit-and-run killing of a local teenager sets the conflict in motion as Vern begins finding connections to a racist organization in town. Taz becomes ever more protective of Becca as pressure mounts on her husband and his connections, and eventually he is drawn into a conflict that threatens to tear them all asunder. This action-adventure tale is thick with subplots and morality byplays.
Raiders
Satirical novel about Southern team attempting hostile takeover during '70's NHL season. Richard Garrison, ex-minor-leaguer, is selected along with a roster of misfits and renegades by a hacker under employ of a corporate raider intent on a Stanley Cup in his team's first season. Their desperate use of violence reaches outlandish proportions, which makes a mockery of the corresponding trend seen within the league during the season. The team eventually becomes targeted by the Board of Governors, yet the Atlanta team surges ahead to a climactic meeting with destiny.
Ritz, The
Derek James is an ex-cop who undergoes plastic surgery to stalk his wife's killers amidst an 80's mob war in Las Vegas. He crosses paths with Tanya Mc Killarney, a disbarred LA attorney, working undercover to expose a West Coast money-laundering ring. They go head-to-head with Pietro Santangelo, the most vicious hood in Vegas history, getting involved in a virtual conspiracy against the man who seems intent on submerging Vegas in his bloodbath.
Ushers
Four evangelical ministers work to win souls within a dysfunctional church community in Austin, Texas. Pete, Paulie, Luke and Jack invade the seamy and seedy to win souls to the consternation of their fellow parishioners. Their continued success causes an uproar in the small town, and a detailed investigation by a sectarian council uncovers a grim secret amongst the church elders. The tension explodes as the four friends are thrust into a desperate situation with the guilty determined to keep their secret at any price.
Soldiers
IRA volunteer Denny Tremaine joins forces with female private eye Zzelia Kildare and legendary gunman Johnny Malagant to uncover assassination plot in San Antonio, Texas. Zzelia is unwittingly hired by Terron Russell to find Denny, who has followed him to NYC to avenge his father's murder. Malagant is hired to thwart Zzelia, and the three of them set out in pursuit of Russell, being harbored by a white supremacist group. As the trail takes them along a series of hit-and-run skirmishes, the trio eventually realizes Russell's destination: an unscheduled stop during a papal visit to Havana, Cuba. Zzelia and her pals are faced with the prospect of thwarting Russell at the risk of their own lives in this tension-packed thriller.
Wastelands
Sci-fi thriller about parapsychologists trying to save life of OD victim whose mind has crossed over into virtual reality survival game. Terry Hirsch reconciles his imminent divorce with alcohol and drugs, a mishap resulting in his admission to an ICU unit. Terry awakes within the environs of his favorite PC game, where the bloody perils are all too real. His doctors perceive his condition as hallucinatory; psychiatrists suspect a connection to the patterns related by Terry's fellow gamers. A psychic finally provides a channel to Terry's sturggle, which has literally become a game of life-and-death.
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