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""". . . truly an unforgettable novel."" -Annika Carlson, Author of the upcoming Age of the Pleiades Books ""House Down Dirt Lane twines together the curiosity and shenanigans of local kids with the unknown, unseen world of nuclear fission. . . . An excellent debut novel as well as a good read."" -Vicki Read, Academic Librarian and English Teacher "". . . a suspenseful and thoughtful treatment of the unintended consequences of the search for ever more powerful nuclear weapons."" -Brian J Morra, Author of The Able Archers series ""Unseen and hidden away in the dark, damp cellar within the house down dirt lane, a creature stirred. It showed no preference for young or old, male or female, race, color, or national origin, mercilessly devouring all. It was a silent killer, often going unnoticed until it was too late."" Samantha, a young, bright analyst at the CIA, finds herself in a dire situation when her lifelong research reveals alarming information linked to atomic bomb testing. A monster created from the fallout poses risks to both the environment and the general population. True events weave with political conspiracy as covert government forces close in, determined to silence Samantha forever. With her life hanging by a thread, can she outsmart her ruthless pursuers and expose the truth before it's too late?"

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"""In a gripping tale rooted in real-life events, Todd Hugie has crafted a story that is both a suspenseful thriller and a heartfelt tribute. With a twisting mystery, layers of interconnected storylines, and lovable, complex characters, House Down Dirt Lane pulled me in and kept me hooked until the last page. This is truly an unforgettable novel."" -Annika Carlson, Author of the upcoming Age of the Pleiades Books ""House Down Dirt Lane twines together the curiosity and shenanigans of local kids with the unknown, unseen world of nuclear fission. The characters take on vivid personalities with unexpected heroes. Lives collide with unseen forces threatening to destroy their small world. An excellent debut novel as well as a good read."" -Vicki Read, Academic Librarian and English Teacher ""This story comes at you fast, filled with government intrigue, a mysterious monster, and hometown stories that bring back so many memories of growing up small town USA. It draws you in with a carefully woven story and keeps you turning pages to find out what will come at our protagonists next!"" -Alison Fabricius, Best-Selling Author of Unapologetically Alison ""Todd Hugie's book combines elements of a classic ghost story and a nuclear testing thriller that calls to mind the movie Oppenheimer. Adult and child characters feel true to life and the house down dirt lane conceals threats that will keep the reader up at night. The lengths to which federal agencies will go to protect their secrets are portrayed convincingly."" -Ray Collins, Author of Motive for Murder ""The great success of the major motion picture Oppenheimer has galvanized popular interest in the early years of the nuclear age. Todd Hugie's novel House Down Dirt Lane is a suspenseful and thoughtful treatment of the unintended consequences of the search for ever more powerful nuclear weapons. He weaves two themes together-atomic bombs and the proliferation of cancer-with skill and humanity."" -Brian J Morra, Author of The Able Archers series ""Todd Hugie is a master storyteller. His vivid descriptions of swamps, haunted houses, monsters, and frightening brutes are spellbinding, and they put you in the middle of the action. And there is plenty of that. I also found the love interest between the remarkable female protagonist and her male counterpart extremely fascinating and engaging. Read House Down Dirt Lane. You won't be disappointed."" -Samuel G. Tooma, Author of Award-Winning Novels The SOOF and Assassin's Revenge ""Gripping and important! Like Atomic Homeland, the author tackles our troubling and truthful obsession with nuclear power and the all-too-real human costs. Hugie's choice of fiction and use of the 'monster' to characterize the willful indifference of the megalomania driving those responsible is perfect. He's created a chilling creature and the main threads of the novel made me think of Stand By Me, Stephen King's It, and the X-Files."" -Ken Coulson, Author of The Arsonist ""Hugie's premier novel is a tapestry of CIA intrigue, horror, romance, nuclear secrets, and government corruption, all carefully woven into a story of childhood innocence and adventure. The characters are well-drawn. The storyline is compelling. The message is clear. It is a pleasure to read this exciting tale of terror in a small town."" -Les Lo Baugh, Jr., Author of Synergy"

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Residing in Utah's picturesque Cache Valley, Todd Hugie draws inspiration from the beauty around him, supported by his loving wife, Sandra, and their five wonderful children, their dog, and their mischievous cat. His diverse experiences, including an adventurous childhood, serving in the Marine Corps, and earning degrees in computer science and library and information science, shape his imaginative storytelling. He currently works at Utah State University Libraries as the director of information technology and has been involved in running and race directing for over forty years. This is his first suspense novel.

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