Publisher's Synopsis
A Caribbean taxi driver on the island of St.Thomas, Mr. Ricky, has developed a philosophy that would make life better for all. Through his discussions with the tourists he drives around, we learn about the illogical rules that so many of us are indoctrinated with from our parents, caregivers and peer groups at a young age. These are illogical rules and directives that lead us to such nonsensical beliefs like racism, misogyny, religious exclusivity, homophobia, etc. and unfortunately, throughout history, these beliefs have led us to inflict much pain, suffering and even worse, on our fellow man.
Mr. Ricky takes his tourists to a former slave plantation on the beautiful island of St. John, and here we see the powerful imagery of the immense beauty of the Virgin Islands in the Caribbean Sea on one side, juxtaposed against the ugly inhumanity of the slave plantation on the other. The symbolism is obvious. The novel tells the story of a very interesting man on a unique island, It moves easily around the landscape and offers the reader a meaningful journey, both physical and mental, with a few surprising turns and twists. Mr. Ricky will make you think, whether you want to or not.
