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Elmore Leonard, author of Out of Sight:
"Move over Michener, here's Morley Swingle with high adventure on the
Mississippi. It's the most amazing historical novel I've ever read, opening and
closing with absorbing courtroom drama."
David Limbaugh,
author of Absolute Power:
"Swingle is a gifted writer with a captivating
novel—a tale of love, war, mystery, and
drama with authentic history woven into every page. I highly recommend it."
Bill Bradley, Former U.S. Senator:
"I recommend this memorable historical novel to anyone interested in
the Civil War, steamboating on the Mississippi, a good love story,
or simply an exciting and entertaining read. Once you start it, be
prepared to stay up late. I can’t wait for Swingle’s next
novel."
Wendy Zollo, Historical
Novels Review:
"Fast-paced gripping historical fiction, with a host of
well-developed characters. Swingle unquestionably has a gift for
both storytelling and research. An electrifying plot and wonderful
romance flow into a tragic telling of one man’s insight into the
Civil War. This novel is very highly recommended."
Danita Allen Wood & Sona Pai, Missouri Life:
"Morley Swingle combines courtroom drama, memorable characters,
mystery and adventure on the Mississippi River to create a
rollicking good read. Nonstop adventure! The author skillfully
weaves between past and present and between actual history and
fictional characters. His extensive research into the steamboat days
and the Civil War action enrich the tale and transport the readers
back to those days."
Civil War Book Review:
"The origins and secrets of long-lost buried treasure emerge through
the tumultuous adventures of two young lovers before and during the
Civil War."
Bill McClellan, St. Louis
Post-Dispatch:
"I just hate it when a successful lawyer thinks he can write a novel—and
then does it, and does it well. Morley Swingle has written a
terrific book, but he hasn’t made any friends in the newspaper
business."
James A. Cox, Midwest
Book Review:
"An exciting and multilayered tale of love, greed, history and
hidden secrets, this debut and highly recommended novel by Morley Swingle
will leave the reader looking eagerly forward to his next literary
effort."
Murray J. Darby, The Lebanon Daily Record:
"Morley Swingle has served several terms as the prosecuting attorney
of Cape Girardeau County. He has an extensive trial history and
brings that to his tale with gusto. The author has done his research
well. While this is a fictional story, it lives within the
boundaries of actual historical facts. A nicely told tale, one which
enriches the literature of Missouri. After reading this book, this
reviewer couldn't help but wonder if Morley Swingle would write
another one. Recommended for Missouri history buffs and anyone else
who enjoys a good book."
Rob Weeks, Civil War
Roundtable:
"A treasure of gold is found buried next to a skeleton with a bullet
hole in its skull. Morley Swingle tells this fictional tale about
Cape Girardeau's past—but brings
an amazing amount of authentic historical research to the tale! This
riveting and extremely well written novel will be enjoyed by readers
of all ages."
Brad
Dede, Attorney, St. Louis, MO:
"Extraordinary! The story flows like
the Mississippi river at flood stage. Once you pick it up, you can't
put it down. Characters come alive, with subterfuge, sabotage,
passion and surprise all set in the well-researched history of the
Civil War. If you’re a lawyer, your hands will sweat at the memory
of your first trial."
Fred Slater,
St. Joseph News-Press:
"When you start reading The Gold of Cape Girardeau, it is
difficult to put the book down. It is a fascinating mixture of
Missouri steamboating, state history, war, suspense, and fiction
that enthralls the reader, an intriguing story of yesterday and
today."
Chris Stuckenschneider,
Washington Missourian:
"The action in the book is fast-paced, with a bad guy who makes
Daniel Day-Lewis in the movie Streets of New York look like
Dennis the Menace."
Susie Knust,
The Marshfield Mail:
"Be prepared to put your name on a
hold list for it at the library. A cross between James Michener and
John Grisham, this book is worth its wait—in gold."
Lora
England,
Columbia Daily Tribune:
"The Gold of Cape Girardeau is
thoroughly satisfying. Although perfect for those interested in
Missouri history, it will interest those looking for a mystery or
simply a touching love story."
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