Poppy – Book Review

Alan Heywood writes a thought-provoking, if sometimes improbable adventure novel in Poppy. What I mean by this is that the characters are apparently very lucky or just happened to be in the right place at the right time. However, other scenes are a bit reminiscent of a James Bond movie. I liked the humor with which Alan dabbled throughout the novel and I admired the strong female characters. This book certainly has a strong lean towards the importance of friendships and a pro-Canada theme, which I loved.

George Magee, a retired Major, could never forget Sakai, a Costa Rican woman, who despite the number of years that separated them, easily stole his heart. He thought he was doing the right thing in leaving the young beauty, but the passing of time did not ease the torment in her heart.

Now retired, he fills his days with an import-export business that forces him to return to Mexico periodically to deal with his clients. His emotional void is filled by his sister’s family, since he doesn’t have one of his own. Unfortunately, members of a drug cartel mercilessly murder his brother-in-law and his young niece, and George is filled with rage.

When the Canadian government asks George to help their war against Mexican drugs by using his business as a cover, he seizes the opportunity to exact revenge. Fueled by his anger and his hopes of reconciling with Sakai, George embarks on an exciting adventure in and out of the drug trade.

ISBN number: 1894942130

Author: Alan Heywood

Publisher: Zumaya Publications