The Mud Man
The Mud Man by Donna Marie West, published by Timothy McWhorter on April 19, 2022, is a 334-page work of fiction that delves into the realms of science fiction. The story follows anthropologist Veronica Booth, who is called to a dig in northern British Columbia, where she uncovers an astonishing find: a man preserved in a thawing bog, alive yet barely conscious. This discovery leads to a series of revelations, as the man’s DNA does not match any known records, and the dating of his clothing suggests he is 9,500 years old.
Readers will find a narrative that explores the challenges faced by a man from the distant past as he attempts to navigate the complexities of modern life. As Veronica and those around him grow closer to this enigmatic figure, the story unfolds with unexpected twists and emotional depth. The Mud Man presents a unique blend of anthropology and speculative elements, inviting readers to ponder the implications of such a remarkable encounter.
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When anthropologist Veronica Booth is called to consult on a dig in northern British Columbia, she expects to discover the usual remnants of early indigenous life. She never imagined finding a man preserved a metre deep in a thawing bog. More shocking still-he’s alive, albeit barely. The mud man, as Veronica initially thinks of him, matches no missing person reports, and his DNA is like nothing on record. Radio-carbon dating of his clothes and items found with him suggest an impossible age of 9,500 years! As he slowly recovers, the mysterious man reveals a host of surprises, stunning Veronica and those growing close to him. But can a man who lived a millennia ago adapt to life in the modern world?
“One of the most unique, emotional, engrossing novels I’ve read to date. Be prepared to gasp, laugh, and cry.” – Lily Luchesi, USA Today bestselling author of The Coven Series
”The Mud Man is in itself an unusual title and that gave me the right feelings to begin reading. The context was different, so very different that I read it straight through from cover to cover, totally immersed in it. I will not write anything about the story as it needs to be read to be fully appreciated. It is a stunning tale the likes of which you’ve never read before.” – John Irvine, New Zealand poet and author of Blood Curry and Man of Stone
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