When a former pro football star and broadcaster, now a Wall Street maven is 
accused of insider trading, will he be able to prove his innocence and expose those who are guilty?
Greg and his boyhood pal dreamed of big success in professional football and then later in business. Greg was the only one to live the dream. Now the founder of an investment fund Greg is faced with a routine audit finding by the SEC. The audit points to irregularities and all the tracks lead to Greg. The justice department hits him with an indictment of 23 counts of fraud, money laundering, and insider trading. His firm goes bust, and Greg is on his own.
His best friend knows he is innocent but has been ordered under penalty of eternal damnation not to help.
If you enjoy stories of riches to rags, redemption, brotherly love, and a little of the paranormal, Circumstance of Childhood will keep you riveted. – Goodreads.com
I’ve read this author’s thoroughly engaging John Cannon Thriller Trilogy, but Circumstances of Childhood is a new path for him, and one I enjoyed cover to cover.
This novel will appeal to a wide range of readers – sports, business, mystery, family drama, and even supernatural fans. Overflowing with themes of family, love, forgiveness, and justice – with some twists along the way, the story makes you think about what’s really important in life and ponder what happens beyond. Highly recommend.
I received a digital ARC from the author.
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It does sound like a departure for John, but it seems like an exciting one. Best wishes to him with the release!
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His next book sounds like it’s more along these lines also, Staci – looking forward to it.
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Thank you, Staci
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Nice to see John here, Teri. Fabulous work. Hugs to you both.
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Thanks, Teagan – this was a fantastic read. Hugs!
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Thanks, Teagan. Hugs
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Great review! I’ve added John’s book to my reading list 🙂
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Ooooh – you’ll enjoy it, Jacquie!
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Now that’s a great recommendation!
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Thank you, Jacquie. 😀
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After Teri’s endorsement I think I have to start it today, John 🙂
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As I think about it, maybe it is a good idea.
😀
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I am keen to read this book, Teri. Your review has increased my interest.
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If you’re still a little under the weather, that’s prime reading time, in my opinion.
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Thank you, Robbie.
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I’ve read this one and John tells a good tale. Congrats to him on another great review.
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He certainly does, Mae. Liked this different path he chose.
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Thank you, Mae. 🙂
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A fabulous review to share, Teri. Thank you! And cheers to John.
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Thanks, Natalie!
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Cheers back, Natalie. Thank you.
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Thank you so much for the terrific review, Teri. I’m so glad you liked Circumstances of Childhood. Also, thank you for taking time out from your busy schedule to read my story and to write the review.
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Sorry so late getting back to you, John – treated myself to a movie today and saw Thor (totally fantastic – the best one yet). You’re very welcome – and thanks for the ARC! It was a wonderful read.
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😀 So glad.
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Teri Polen has reviewed Circumstances of Childhood and I want to thank her for this lovely review. You should visit Teri since she is a talented YA author and super reviewer.
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Late last night I finished reading it. Though different from his trilogy, it delivers entertainment and contemplation for living. I would recommend it. Good review!
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Very different from the trilogy, but thoroughly enjoyable. Thanks!
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Reblogged this on Musings on Life & Experience and commented:
A great review of John W. Howell’s book CIRCUMSTANCES OF CHILDHOOD.
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Check out this great review of the book, Circumstances of Childhood, by John Howell, as featured on the Books and Such blog.
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Great review of John’s book, Teri. I’ve added to my TBR list. I enjoy John’s writing style. 😀
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Thanks, Vashti! This is a departure from his thriller series, and just as enjoyable and exciting.
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Good to know. Thank you. 🙂
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