James Duggan

An Impossible Liaison James Duggan

Kate becomes the driving force behind architect James O'Hara's efforts to build a unique National Theme Park. Its purpose is not like that of any other in the world. Finding financial backing for this altruistic project is virtually impossible. In their efforts to raise the necessary funds they are drawn ever closer together, with several other love interests developing among the team gathered around them in pursuit of their dream. As the tale evolves so the pace quickens, with each chapter producing twists and sub plots. There are numerous surprises and seemingly unnatural coincidences emergent from the so called 'Chaos Theory' and the 'Six Degrees of Separation' phenomenon which add to the intrigue. The author apologises for the tear jerking inclusion of one chapter in particular which cannot fail to moisten the eyes of those readers with a sensitive disposition. However, it was an essential element of the plot and it is hoped it will not spoil your enjoyment of the overall narrative. Extracts from within. She looked in his eyes where she saw the compassion for wildlife inherent in his character. She also saw a man who was not prepared to sacrifice his beliefs for the sake of a cheap thrill; not even for a project so dear to his heart. She realised right there she was falling head over heels in love with this man of principle who regrettably appeared to have no similar feelings for her. 'Give it time.' she thought. 'Give it time.' *** James didn't quite know how to handle the situation he now found himself in. It wasn't as if they knew each other well enough for him to give her a comforting hug, which he thought would be the thing to do. Yet he desperately wanted to ease the pain of the memories she was clearly wrestling with. He restricted himself to putting his hand on hers and giving it a knowing little squeeze. It was the first time they had touched in quite so tender a fashion. *** "Well Mister O'Hara, what I am about to say must not be repeated outside this room; at least not for the time being. And I am obliged to remind you that you have all just signed the Official Secrets Act." She looked at James and the rest of his team in such a way as to indicate a holiday at Her Majesty's pleasure in the Tower of London would be the consequence of a leak. *** Ivy sat quietly for a moment before requesting a second showing. Conrad was happy to oblige. As it finished she sat for what seemed like an age, tears again forming in her eyes. James was thinking about making a strategic withdrawal, not wanting to upset his host any more than he had already. For whatever reason, the screening had stirred memories which this endearing old lady would clearly have preferred to forget. *** "Listen James I got a call from Rollin out of the blue earlier in the week. He said he was involved in something I might be interested in. He said it was too big to discuss over the phone. Well when someone says the words 'too big' to me they get my attention." *** A pin could be heard to drop in these extraordinary surroundings. The only noticeable movement was the dove as it hovered gently before them as if in readiness to spread the message of peace around the world. The moment was one of supreme reverence; humbling to behold. ***