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Steven Lane Smith
Author
Caledonia Switch

Adult; General Fiction (including literary and historical); (Market)

John Wesley Hardin is the smartest kid in Caledonia, New Hampshire, but his high I.Q. can't always keep his dream world separate from the real world. Named after an outlaw by a mother with the attention span of a hummingbird, John believes he's a genius, and he tries to rescue his father's hardware store from failure by making huge bets that threaten to ruin him and his family. He rationalizes committing one fraud after another until his confidence is shattered by the revelation of a life-changing secret. His reward for making the right choice between pride and humility is the chance to redeem himself as a young man capable of loving and worthy of being loved.
Reviews
Amazon Reviewers

Caledonia Switch is my favorite read in many years.” — Amazon Reviewer

“The writing is crisp and clever (at times I was reminded of A Prayer for Owen Meany and A Confederacy of Dunces).” — Amazon Reviewer

“Everything you want in a good read.  Rich characters, twists and turns, humor and tragedy.” — Amazon Reviewer

“. . . hilarious narrative and a fast-moving plot . . . classic storytelling with memorable characters.” — Amazon Reviewer

Benjamin Franklin Awards

“A very well-written and intriguing story.” — Benjamin Franklin Awards

Goodreads Reviewer

This book is very unique. I found a signed copy at a small bookstore in New Hampshire near Lake Winnipesaukee, very close to my now-favorite book. This one is a close second. I have never read anything like it- couldn't put it down, even while at the beach.

Kirkus Reviews

“An auspicious debut dealing in moral failure and the search for humility and wisdom.” — Kirkus Reviews

“[Caledonia Switch] strikes a chord about the saving grace of forgiveness and reconcilliation.” — Kirkus Reviews

Reader Views

“I highly recommend this title to those who love a good heartwarming story.  Five HUGE shiny stars!” — Reader Views

News
03/15/2015
Caledonia Switch Wins Best Humorous Novel Award

Steven Lane Smith's Caledonia Switch was selected as Best Humorous Novel for 2014 by Reader Views.

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