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Driven to prove he’s a winner, Phil Tag achieves financial, professional and personal success that most men would envy. Not satisfied, he embarks on a mission to settle a grudge with an old adversary. With millions of dollars at stake, past dirty tricks pale next to present treachery. Meanwhile, Phil and Ellen’s nineteen-year-old adopted son, with the aid of a memorably offbeat social worker, successfully locates his birth mother, a beautiful woman who becomes part of the emotional rip tides that carry the Tag family into uncharted waters.
As Ellen watches her family disintegrate, she immerses herself in church volunteer work—work that her all-too-handsome pastor appreciates far more than he should. Feeling neglected and overwhelmed at home, Ellen is drawn to the priest who earlier had helped her son battle alcohol and drugs. A drama of pride, ambition and betrayal, LOVE TAG ultimately celebrates courage and hope. |
What critics and readers have said about LOVE TAG--
"The description just presented is every bit as involved as it appears, but to expand it would spoil an enjoyable read. The author has so deftly woven the various components into a tight plot that it seems real and, as stated previously, could be a scenario from any of a number of situations that, with variations, play themselves out almost daily in our society. Peter Shianna has created living people that include all of the faults one can readily believe to be there. Enjoy!”
2010 Royal Palm Literary Award winner.
John H. Manhold, Fascinating Authors Reviews
“Love Tag is the story of a family with secrets, infidelities and much turmoil. I was drawn immediately into the story, and couldn’t wait to see what happened next. … So many twists and turns, and you never know what is going to happen next. This book will keep you turning pages, as you need to find out how everything is finally going to end. A very enjoyable read!”
Janet Ruth, Along the Way Reviews
“I highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy adult fiction. The characters are interesting and believable, and the book moves along at a fast pace and doesn’t get bogged down by any back story.”
Mary Lignor, Book Pleasures Reviews
"Love Tag pulled me in at the start and I couldn't (and didn't) stop reading until it was over. I know I'm all in when a book keeps my interest through the night. Two pots of Kona later and the a.m. arrived. I am a voracious reader of current day fiction. Harlan Coban, James Lee Burke, Michael Connelly, James Patterson and now Peter Shianna. I am constantly searching for new works from new authors since I have devoured everything written by my favs. After Love Tag, I can't wait for Shianna's next work to be released."
Bud Walker
“Love Tag is a page turner. As a family copes with friendships, sexual exploits, adoption, temptation, marital strife and faith, we identify with their love, sadness, anger, disappointment and hope. I want a sequel!”
Lorraine Harris
“It has been a very long time since I’ve lost myself so completely in a novel. Shianna is a brilliant writer, a masterful weaver of words. His characters are blood-and-bones real. There is not a false note between the covers of this beautifully crafted book.”
Esther Luttrell
“Peter Shianna weaves an engaging tale of deceit, betrayal and pride. Right from the beginning, the reader is deftly brought into the lives of a family in crisis. Love Tag’s intriguing cast of characters, and their journeys, kept me turning the pages to the very end.”
Lois Podoshen
“I loved the book and it is now on loan to the director of our school. How does anyone acquire the ability to put words together so beautifully?”
Nancy Prior
“I started reading Love Tag yesterday and I’m almost halfway through. I want to keep reading and reading. I was on the elliptical at the gym when I was reading the harrowing “boat in storm scene.” It kept me moving very quickly and the time sped by. I don’t know the outcome yet, but needless to say, I am really enjoying the book.”
Margaret Bartley
"Captivating, fast reading, believable characters. This is a real page-turner, hard to put down and interesting to the end. I like reading novels and highly recommend this to fellow readers."
Vicki Katrein
"Do you like the trenchant impact of Hemingway or the complicated development of a Faulkner story? With elements of both, the pages of Love Tag fly by to a surprise at the end. There might be some infidelity in this story, but that is not the highlight. Rather, a web of relationships churns through the book with each being understandable, believable, and reasonable. One unique subplot: What is it like to be an adopted child? If you are one, know one, or ever wondered about this, Shianna's treatment breaks on your mind in superb waves. This is a great read. I will keep an eye peeled for this author's next effort."
Ingrid Gallagher
“I loved Love Tag! The characters are so believable, so excellently written. I look forward to a sequel! I felt each character’s agony, love, conflict! I didn’t want it to end.”
Charlene Meeker
“I’m not much of a fiction fan (unless it’s 125-150 years old) but this book really caught my interest. It may be that parts of it hit close to home for me, but I read it damn near straight through. I’m not a qualified critic, but this is a winner.”
Bill Curran
“Would just like to share with you that I really enjoyed reading Love Tag by Peter Shianna, a book that once I started reading I couldn’t put down until I had finished it. Looking forward to reading more of Mr. Shianna’s books. Will now read Take Off: A Time for War, A Time for Love.”
Michael Sciutto
“Love Tag would make a great movie! My book alone has been read by eight people so far, and everyone has enjoyed it.”
MaryAnn Jagoda
"I fell in love with this book! Be sure to start it on a weekend as you won't want to put it down. Terrific author and I'm waiting to read his next one!"
Mary McGrath
"Love Tag tells the age-old story of man's rise, fall, and redemption, but does so in a fresh and innovative way. The principal characters are strong, complex, and varied. Only the villain remains one-dimensional, which seems appropriate. The plot is rich with suspense, the dialogue is snappy and realistic, and the tender love scenes are appealing. Once begun, Shianna's novel is hard to put down."
Betty Laird
"Love Tag is more than a journey of romance, deception, discovery and the tragedy of passion in a search for what must be a deeper truth. Shianna has crafted a fascinating tale of revenge at its most destructive and love at its deepest heart level. He has inter-connected the emotions and drives of all the characters in a fast-moving evolution of spirit and caring. This is a superbly crafted and highly enjoyable read. I could not put it down even to stop for lunch."
Jane Wilcox
"The description just presented is every bit as involved as it appears, but to expand it would spoil an enjoyable read. The author has so deftly woven the various components into a tight plot that it seems real and, as stated previously, could be a scenario from any of a number of situations that, with variations, play themselves out almost daily in our society. Peter Shianna has created living people that include all of the faults one can readily believe to be there. Enjoy!”
2010 Royal Palm Literary Award winner.
John H. Manhold, Fascinating Authors Reviews
“Love Tag is the story of a family with secrets, infidelities and much turmoil. I was drawn immediately into the story, and couldn’t wait to see what happened next. … So many twists and turns, and you never know what is going to happen next. This book will keep you turning pages, as you need to find out how everything is finally going to end. A very enjoyable read!”
Janet Ruth, Along the Way Reviews
“I highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy adult fiction. The characters are interesting and believable, and the book moves along at a fast pace and doesn’t get bogged down by any back story.”
Mary Lignor, Book Pleasures Reviews
"Love Tag pulled me in at the start and I couldn't (and didn't) stop reading until it was over. I know I'm all in when a book keeps my interest through the night. Two pots of Kona later and the a.m. arrived. I am a voracious reader of current day fiction. Harlan Coban, James Lee Burke, Michael Connelly, James Patterson and now Peter Shianna. I am constantly searching for new works from new authors since I have devoured everything written by my favs. After Love Tag, I can't wait for Shianna's next work to be released."
Bud Walker
“Love Tag is a page turner. As a family copes with friendships, sexual exploits, adoption, temptation, marital strife and faith, we identify with their love, sadness, anger, disappointment and hope. I want a sequel!”
Lorraine Harris
“It has been a very long time since I’ve lost myself so completely in a novel. Shianna is a brilliant writer, a masterful weaver of words. His characters are blood-and-bones real. There is not a false note between the covers of this beautifully crafted book.”
Esther Luttrell
“Peter Shianna weaves an engaging tale of deceit, betrayal and pride. Right from the beginning, the reader is deftly brought into the lives of a family in crisis. Love Tag’s intriguing cast of characters, and their journeys, kept me turning the pages to the very end.”
Lois Podoshen
“I loved the book and it is now on loan to the director of our school. How does anyone acquire the ability to put words together so beautifully?”
Nancy Prior
“I started reading Love Tag yesterday and I’m almost halfway through. I want to keep reading and reading. I was on the elliptical at the gym when I was reading the harrowing “boat in storm scene.” It kept me moving very quickly and the time sped by. I don’t know the outcome yet, but needless to say, I am really enjoying the book.”
Margaret Bartley
"Captivating, fast reading, believable characters. This is a real page-turner, hard to put down and interesting to the end. I like reading novels and highly recommend this to fellow readers."
Vicki Katrein
"Do you like the trenchant impact of Hemingway or the complicated development of a Faulkner story? With elements of both, the pages of Love Tag fly by to a surprise at the end. There might be some infidelity in this story, but that is not the highlight. Rather, a web of relationships churns through the book with each being understandable, believable, and reasonable. One unique subplot: What is it like to be an adopted child? If you are one, know one, or ever wondered about this, Shianna's treatment breaks on your mind in superb waves. This is a great read. I will keep an eye peeled for this author's next effort."
Ingrid Gallagher
“I loved Love Tag! The characters are so believable, so excellently written. I look forward to a sequel! I felt each character’s agony, love, conflict! I didn’t want it to end.”
Charlene Meeker
“I’m not much of a fiction fan (unless it’s 125-150 years old) but this book really caught my interest. It may be that parts of it hit close to home for me, but I read it damn near straight through. I’m not a qualified critic, but this is a winner.”
Bill Curran
“Would just like to share with you that I really enjoyed reading Love Tag by Peter Shianna, a book that once I started reading I couldn’t put down until I had finished it. Looking forward to reading more of Mr. Shianna’s books. Will now read Take Off: A Time for War, A Time for Love.”
Michael Sciutto
“Love Tag would make a great movie! My book alone has been read by eight people so far, and everyone has enjoyed it.”
MaryAnn Jagoda
"I fell in love with this book! Be sure to start it on a weekend as you won't want to put it down. Terrific author and I'm waiting to read his next one!"
Mary McGrath
"Love Tag tells the age-old story of man's rise, fall, and redemption, but does so in a fresh and innovative way. The principal characters are strong, complex, and varied. Only the villain remains one-dimensional, which seems appropriate. The plot is rich with suspense, the dialogue is snappy and realistic, and the tender love scenes are appealing. Once begun, Shianna's novel is hard to put down."
Betty Laird
"Love Tag is more than a journey of romance, deception, discovery and the tragedy of passion in a search for what must be a deeper truth. Shianna has crafted a fascinating tale of revenge at its most destructive and love at its deepest heart level. He has inter-connected the emotions and drives of all the characters in a fast-moving evolution of spirit and caring. This is a superbly crafted and highly enjoyable read. I could not put it down even to stop for lunch."
Jane Wilcox
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