John Doss

Uli'uli Masina (Black Moon): Where the Hell is Pago Pago? John Doss

Araunchy sea story in which the hero, a medical doctor, cum solo sailor is holed up in Pago Pago aboard his ketch, CyberSpace, when he encounters aSamoan tristes tropiques, aface-off with "bush" doctors and pesky "spirits."A spirit, half crone, half sexy virgin spooks him.¿ The possessiontakes him to a near death experience.¿ Hegoes into the heart of darkness and learns that love and laughter prevail. Vividcharacters reveal their wisdom in curious tribal incidents.¿ As does Belle, theaffectionate and enthusiastic spiritual seeking companion.¿ She takes command and drives the story to asatisfying ending. Itis an engrossing story of Anfechtungen, a fit of spiritual turmoil. JoanneKyger, Bolinas poet, wrote this review.¿"I love the book.¿ It has a succinct, easy line to read.¿ The language is lively, active and your owneternal love for the pun.¿ Which makes the 'Hero' a particular fellow.¿ Most unique.¿ Healing.¿ Revealing.¿ Shamanistic.¿ I like the way you just jump into thestory.¿ And the happy ending,romantic.¿ The characters are all very'real.'¿ As is Mariah and the verytalented cat in a state of Samadhi.¿ ButVictor is the most original character I've met in a long time."