Busted Flush

A General Fiction Novel by Brad Smith

Subgenres:

Contemporary Fiction,
Humorous Fiction

Published 2006

Length 324 pages

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Hidden Civil War secrets unearthed in old houses
Ordinary people thrust into media frenzies over historic finds
Scrappy underdogs fending off hustlers and opportunists

Publisher Description

Stuck with a wife he doesn't like and a job that he hates, Dock Bass could use some good news. So when he learns that he's inherited an ancient house from a deceased relative he never knew existed, he is ready to make a move.

He quickly discovers a newfound solace in tearing it down to its elegant, pre-Civil War foundations, but in stripping away the drywall and lathe, he discovers a doorway in the rock face.

Behind it, Dock stumbles upon a treasure trove of Civil War memorabilia squirrelled away in an old root cellar, including pictures and possibly even a recording of Abraham Lincoln at Gettysburg. However, it's not long before Dock's discovery brings him more attention and press than he can bear.

As the onslaught of collectors, history buffs, and media hounds descends - including an easy-on-the-eyes television reporter - Dock needs every stubborn and independent bone in his body to fight off the hustlers and scam artists. When the opportunists start crawling out of the woodwork, will there be anyone left that Dock can trust? Or will he end up losing everything once more?

with Brad Smith

“ I usually focus on blue collar stories, often set in rural locations. I also tend to gravitate to underdogs. There's something satisfying about creating a character who wins against all odds. ”