Guest Andrew Joyce – #Newbook Redemption: The Further Adventures of Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer

 

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I am happy to feature Andrew Joyce on Fiction Favorites. I have enjoyed Andrew’s work since I became aware of his writing. His stories are generally historical fiction, but he is also comfortable writing the memoir of a friend and the antics of his departed pet, Danny. I do not fear disagreement when I say Andrew’s work is compelling and hard to put down. Every book and story I have read of his has moved me in some way and left me richer for having read it.

Today, I want to introduce you to a book that Andrew wrote several years ago. He has since gone back into the story and completely revamped it to be more consistent with his current abilities. The book is his debut novel and an award winner, but Andrew always had some nagging thoughts that he could improve it. He turned those thoughts into action, and now a new edition of Redemption: The Further Adventures of Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer is available.

Blurb

Three men come together in the town of Redemption, Colorado, each for his own purpose. Huck Finn is a famous lawman who does not hesitate to use his gun to protect the weak. He has come to right a terrible wrong. After his wife’s death, Tom Sawyer does not want to live anymore; he has come to die. The third man, the Laramie Kid, a killer Huck and Tom befriended years earlier, has come to kill a man. For these three men, Death is a constant companion. For these three men, it is their last chance for redemption.

Link to Redemption eBook: Redemption

Link to Andrew Joyce’s Author page

Bio

Andrew Joyce left home at seventeen to hitchhike throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico. He wouldn’t return from his journey until years later when he decided to become a writer. Joyce has written seven books and 143 short stories. One of which won the Writing Spirit Award for best short story of 2011. His first novel, Redemption: The Further Adventures of Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer, was awarded the Editors’ Choice Award for Best Western of 2013. A subsequent novel, Yellow Hair, received the Book of the Year award from Just Reviews and Best Historical Fiction of 2016 from Colleen’s Book Reviews.

Joyce now lives in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

 

 

81 comments

  1. Harmony Kent's avatar

    Congratulations to Andrew on his new book. Great cover! Wishing him all the best. Thanks for sharing, John 💕🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Harmony. 😁

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Thank you for the “Best Wishes.” And thanks for your review on one of my other books.

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      1. Harmony Kent's avatar

        I so enjoyed that book! And I’ll be sure to check out all of yours at some point, Andrew 💖

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  2. Unknown's avatar

    […] Guest Andrew Joyce – #Newbook Redemption: The Further Adventures of Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer […]

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you for the share, Charles.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Thank you for help in getting the word out there.

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  3. GP's avatar

    This is a great review, John. I immediately became interested in Mr. Joyce and his works, especially “Redemption.” Thanks for the intro!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks for the terrific comment, GP. As I said I have enjoyed everything of his that I read.

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      1. GP's avatar

        👍📚

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Mr. Joyce appreciates your interest.

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      1. GP's avatar

        📚😎

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  4. Priscilla Bettis's avatar

    Thanks for introducing us to Andrew’s book, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Vera. 😊

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Nice to meet you, Ms. Day. Oh, you meant being introduced to my book. Well, that’s cool, too.

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  5. Jill Weatherholt's avatar

    Thanks for the introduction to Andrew’s book. I enjoyed your review, John. The cover is fantastic!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Jill. Andrew is one of the best with historical fiction.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Always good to hear when someone likes your cover. Thanks.

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  6. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    How cool is this! Celebrating Andrew’s every success, and he certainly earns it.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I agree with you, Annette. He is one of my favorites.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      You two are two of my favorites.

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  7. Dan Antion's avatar

    Thanks for the introduction, John. I haven’t read a western (set in the US) in a long time. Maybe…

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I’m sure you would like it, Dan

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      1. Andrew Joyce's avatar

        I gotta admit. That’s kinda far afield.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Well if it’s a western you’re looking for, maybe you’ll enjoy “Redemption.” But part of the story takes place in Hawaii. And then there’s Virginia and New York.

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      1. Dan Antion's avatar

        That’s OK. The last western I read was Redline by Carol Parsons. It takes place on Mars 😉

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  8. Andrew Joyce's avatar

    Thank you for the exposure, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Always a pleasure.

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  9. Gwen M. Plano's avatar

    Thank you for featuring Andrew today and his revamped book. It sounds intriguing. All the best to Andrew.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Gwen. I’m sure he appreciates your good wishes.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Thank you, Gwen.

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  10. Dale's avatar

    Thank you for the introduction, John. You’ve offered incentive to put it on my to-read list!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think you would like it, Dale. 😁

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      1. Dale's avatar

        Good to know 🙂

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      I hope you’ll like it.

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      1. Dale's avatar

        John says I will, so I don’t doubt it!

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  11. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    Congratulations to Andrew! The cover really draws me in.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Tim. I think you are right.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Thanks, Mr. Dittmer.

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  12. noelleg44's avatar

    Thanks for the heads up, John. I do need to read this new edition. Andrew is a powerful writer.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes he is. He gives you some things to think about for sure. Thanks, Noelle.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Ah, one of my favorite people!

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  13. D.L. Finn, Author's avatar
    D.L. Finn, Author · ·

    I have this one on my Kindle. I will make sure to update it before I read it 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes Amazon is good about that. Thanks, Denise.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      You should have an email already telling you it’s updated and how to download the new version. Hope you enjoy it.

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  14. Emily's avatar

    It’s a wonderful story conceptually and very well written. I’ve read the original and this 10th Anniversary Updated Edition and enjoyed both, although the update is definitely tighter. Andrew’s abilities shine here. Anyone who likes historical fiction and Westerns would love this book and any Joyce novel.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you for your support of Andrew’s writing, Emily.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Yeah, thanks for the support. But you left out how handsome I am.

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  15. Jennie's avatar

    Thank you for an excellent write-up on Andrew and a review of his newly revised book. Yes, his writing is captivating. Your word was compelling. Like you, I am always left with something that lingers in the best of ways after I read his stories.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I know what you mean. Thanks, Jennie.

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      1. Jennie's avatar

        You’re welcome, John. I know you know. 🙂

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Another old friend. How ya doin’, Jennie?

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      1. Jennie's avatar

        Doin’ fine! Best to you, Andrew.

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  16. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    All the best to Andrew for the release of his new edition! It sounds like a compelling story.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

        You’re welcome, John.

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    1. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Hey don’t forget me. I wanna thank Liz too.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

        You’re welcome, Andrew!

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  17. petespringer's avatar
    petespringerauthor · ·

    Andrew is an excellent writer. Mahoney was one of the better books I’ve read in recent years.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I agree with you Pete. Thanks for saying so.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Wow. I’m honored and flattered that you read my book. Now, with what you said above, you’re making me blush.

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  18. Brenda Marie Fluharty's avatar

    I love the cover and it sounds like an amazing book. Best of luck with it.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thanks, Brenda.

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      I’ll echo John and say, “Thanks, Brenda.”

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  19. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    Oooh, I’ll have to check it out. Best wishes to Andrew and many thanks to John for a super review to whet my interest.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      And thanks to Monika for visiting and commenting. 😁

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    2. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Thanks for the good vibes, Tales Around the Ranch.

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      1. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

        With John’s review you, no doubt you should do well. He’s a good guy and great judge of these things.

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          Shucks, Monika you make me blush. Thank you for the lovely comment.

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  20. Lauren Scott, Author's avatar

    Thanks for the intro to Andrew, John, and I wish him all the best with his book. The cover is enticing and the story sounds compelling!

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    1. Andrew Joyce's avatar

      Thank you, Lauren.

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    2. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Lauren. 😊

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  21. Roberta Eaton Cheadle's avatar
    Roberta Eaton Cheadle · ·

    Hi John, well done to Andrew on revamping this book.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Robbie.

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  22. dgkaye's avatar

    Congratulations to Andrew on his new edition release. The cover is beautiful! 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Debby.

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