Review: Don't Get Stranded in Whittier Overnight
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 14, 2013
Don't Get Stranded in Whittier OvernightIn Whittier, by Michael W. Layne, Trent is an entertainer. As a Mentalist, his work consists of sleight of hand, misdirection, an acute understanding of human nature, and ensuring people have a great time during his shows. On his well-deserved vacation in Alaska, Trent decides to take a glacier cruise from Whittier, a small town accessible only at certain times via a tunnel though the mountain. With only bears to worry about, Trent feels confident he can navigate on his own. After all, there's only one way in and one way out of Whittier.Surrounded by mountains on three sides and arctic water on the fourth, Whittier is isolated. Not even large enough to run a 5K course, the town seems smaller than its only claim-to-fame cruise ship. The town is remote, colder than surrounding towns, and has a posted bear warning.During his cruise, Trent discovers many things as he runs through his impromptu act for the other passengers. First, the town is haunted. Second, his date with a beautiful Whittier woman may not turn out the way he expected. And last, he receives a warning: don't get stranded in Whittier overnight.With expert foreshadowing and deft descriptions, the author sends anticipatory shivers down your spine. The characters add a nice spicing to the story as it moves along at a brisk pace. I highly recommend the book.