Publisher's Synopsis
In the spring of 1898, Florida was disorganized and crowded with preparation for the impending Spanish-American War. Thousands of people are trying to get to Tampa, and the railroads are gridlocked. Charlie Herlong is determined to move from Lake City to Jacksonville, driven by the promise of excitement, opportunity, and adventure. Each step he takes to bring him closer to Jacksonville leads him further away, into the chaos of small towns transformed into cities. Charlie's good luck navigates his path and teaches him invaluable lessons about love, friendship, courage, and the true meaning of adventure. Good Luck Charlie is a laugh-out-loud, heartwarming story that captures the spirit of historic Florida with fun, authentic dialog. Will Charlie find his way to Jacksonville, or will his quest lead him to a greater destiny?
The debut novel from masterful raconteur Dicky Palmer is filled with the excitement, mishaps, and luck of chasing adventure in a time of great change.
