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Byron J. Coltman is an accomplished naval architect and an avid traveler whose life along the California coast has provided rich inspiration for his writing. With extensive expertise in yacht design and construction, he brings a rare authenticity and attention to detail to his work. His deep fascination with history, particularly the mysteries of lost treasures, combined with his technical mastery of nautical engineering, forms the backbone of his storytelling. When not immersed in design projects, Coltman can often be found sailing, surfing, or exploring tales of adventure and intrigue. The Monegasque marks his debut in fiction, seamlessly blending his professional knowledge with a compelling narrative style.
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The Monégasque
This Part Two of the Trilogy finds me living a quiet, retired life in San Diego, recovering from my past and hoping it never catches up with me; no such luck.
As I spend my days sailing up and down the coast, drowning myself in bourbon to ease the anguish and pain of my history things slowly start to go bad. First the old town drunk that I sometimes drank with drowns on the beach, when I know for a fact he hated water- swimming, showering or otherwise.
Then I go to the Marina to take my yacht out and find her half under water, oil quietly lapping at her once pristine white stern. Of course, no one knows what happened.
As things continue to fall apart it all starts to get surreal fast, going from an old German star chart, to a giant airliner falling from the sky...
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"A gripping blend of intrigue, danger, and wit Byron J. Coltman takes you on a ride you won’t want to end. The Monegasque is as unpredictable as the sea it sails on."
- Daniel M. Everett
"From the first page, I was hooked. Coltman’s storytelling feels cinematic every scene vivid, every twist unexpected."
- Laura Chen
"A masterclass in suspense and atmosphere. The Monegasque is the kind of book that keeps you awake until 3 a.m., telling yourself 'just one more chapter.'"
- Marcus J. Holloway
"Coltman captures the grit, allure, and danger of maritime adventure with razor-sharp detail. I could almost taste the salt in the air."
- Sophia Martinez
"Part noir, part high-seas adventure, The Monegasque is a rare gem equal parts mystery, history, and human drama."
- Jonathan K. Fields
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