Slow Bullet

In this timely novel, Clark McKay, a retired Army Special Forces Colonel, has developed a drinking problem after losing his wife and son in a car accident, as well as from the nightmares of his Vietnam days. And he's not getting any younger. In spite of his problems, he is determined to find out who murdered his best friend and his friend's wife.McKay meets a multitude of characters who come to life in Slow Bullet. From his kind-hearted godson and his friend's spitfire daughter, to the beautiful Brazilian prostitute he befriends - both good and bad are eliminated along the way.A Washington D.C. detective refuses to believe McKay has found the murderer, a former CIA operative and arms dealer who murdered McKay's friend because he discovered the truth behind the assassination of JFK - preventing President John F. Kennedy from ending the Vietnam War.McKay learns there are CIA documents his friend hid that will prove the conspiracy to be true. His search for these documents takes him all over the world. On his journey, after wading through all the corruption, McKay is brought to the conclusion that he may have to resort to murder if justice is to be served.What happened over fifty years ago is still with us today. In fact, many still doubt the "lone gunman" theory put forth by the Warren Commission. Could there truly have been a conspiracy to keep JFK from ending the war?Truth and fiction make an interesting mixture in this fast-paced and entertaining novel.There are always those who escape justice. One hand washes the other, unless you have someone like Clark McKay who is willing to pay the ultimate price. What Others are Saying about John L. Lansdale "Zombie Gold has something for everyone… It's exciting, entertaining and educational. A fun ride." - Joan Hallmark, legendary TV personality, movie actress and author "…something unique and comfortable and difficult to put down. Highly recommended." - Blu Gilliand, 'Cemetery Dance' review of Hell's Bounty "True to Lansdale tradition, John L. Lansdale has compiled a piece of work that should appeal to a wide range of readers." - Ricky L. Brown, 'Amazing Stories' review of Zombie Gold