Just Plain Old Jeremy
Published Novel
Summary: Just Plain Old Jeremy
Just Plain Old Jeremy is a splendid coming of age tale, in the tradition of “Tarzan of the Apes”, “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn”, and “The Last of the Mohicans”.
It is an enjoyable, fun-filled adventure, set in a grand, mythological setting. It features strong, memorable characters, leading to a rather tragic and bittersweet climax. It also carries a heavy, anti-war message which reveals violence’s effects on those it involves.
Sixteen-year-old Jeremy Kentworth is a lively, spirited young man, and extremely reluctant to grow up. To his stepfather’s chagrin, he prefers wearing buckskin shirts and loincloths. He also takes chances which not only threaten his own life but those foolish enough to accompany him. He is eventually forced to confront the disappointments, harsh realities, and painful truths of adulthood. Jeremy must accept his role as a fully grown man, in an everchanging world.
Just Plain Old Jeremy is imaginative, fun, brutally tragic yet heartfelt, sensitive, and tender…. And thoroughly exciting and entertaining!
I absolutely enjoyed the hell out of writing “Just Plain Old Jeremy”! After the excruciating ass-kicking I got from Are You Man Enough? this second novel was an endless joy… and it shows! It is dedicated in part to my parents, Martin and Carol McKim. Both were avid readers of classic literature and instilled that same appreciation upon me. Dad was a huge fan of Edgar Rice Burroughs, and I’d be lying if I said I didn’t deliberately “borrow” from that particular author. I was also influenced by the films of acclaimed special effects wizards Willis O’Brien and Ray Harryhausen. For their talents I am eternally grateful.
Every day spent on “Just Plain Old Jeremy” was a pleasure, and my enthusiasm for it is limitless. I rarely had a tough day while I wrote this novel, and honestly enjoyed every minute working on it. I hope you enjoy every minute reading it.
Facts and Tidbits
Originally published September 5, 2012.
Cover artwork for the second edition was created by digital artist Mike Winer.
The following image is the full panel that was used to create both the front and back cover of the second edition.
The font for the cover title, and binding, is the same for both editions of Just Plain Old Jeremy.