Timothy S. Johnston is a writer
of futuristic and contemporary mystery/thrillers. There is always a technological
component to his plot lines, and the science that he uses to propel his stories
forward is real and verifiable. His characters are strongly motivated and
undergo extreme change; his protagonists each find themselves drawn into
intense situations seemingly beyond their control. The stakes are always
huge and the outcomes unique and unpredictable. He is dedicated to the
art of telling a compelling story and contributing to the genre that has given
him so much over the past four decades. He is passionate about writing
and committed to inspiring others through his stories. Carina Press is currently publishing a
trilogy of thrillers by Johnston:
THE FURNACE (2013), THE FREEZER (2013), and THE VOID (2014). This series — The Tanner Sequence — details Homicide Investigator Lt. Kyle
Tanner’s emotional journey as he solves difficult cases set in unique and
deadly claustrophobic environments.
David Feintuch (The Seafort Saga) says
of Mr. Johnston, “(His) dialogue and exposition has a snap and impetus
that makes me want to read more.”
Ardath
Mayhar
(author of over sixty books) says of THE FURNACE, “Great tension,
powerful characterization, and gripping action ... THE FURNACE is an old-style
locked-room mystery, updated as horror SF. Completely original and
compelling. A must-read.”
About his other completed (forthcoming) novels, she
has said regarding SATURATION POINT, “This is a tense, gripping science
fiction/thriller of which Tom Clancy might well be proud.” And of DISSIDENT, “... it
is one of the most gripping and involving books I have read in a long
while.”
From Science Fiction Review: "Johnston understands how to truly craft a story, making each
one a compelling and tense read.
Fans of Michael Crichton or James Patterson will certainly love Timothy Johnston.” And: “The Furnace ... is well-written
and engaging with believable characters and a logical, if surprising plot-line
... The bottom line is that this is a well-crafted piece of work. The story is
unique and enjoyable, the writing is excellent, and the research and effort to
make this future world come together was outstanding. This is a really good
book, and I heartily recommend it."
From Dreamworld Book Reviews: “I was
absolutely blown away by The Furnace ... non-stop suspense until the novel's
end ... (Johnston is) an exemplary novelist.”
From eBookanoid.com: “The Furnace — Scary and Gripping
... It is a case of Agatha Christie meets Isaac Asimov with added Crichton for flavouring.”
From Midwest
book Review: “The Furnace is a
riveting read that will prove hard to put down.”
From Kaye Trout’s Book Reviews:
"The Furnace is beautifully written and well edited ... definitely
a page turner. Timothy Johnston is a gifted writer and has created a suspense-filled, SF mystery thriller with a little
romance at the edge ... The opening
will grab you and hold you to the finish. Yes, I can recommend The Furnace.”
From Booklover Book Reviews: “In The Furnace Timothy S
Johnston has developed a compelling plot merging science and sleuthing that is
accessible to non traditional sci-fi readers ...
Homicide Investigator Lieutenant Kyle Tanner is a well developed hero with an
endearing never say die attitude with all the odds stacked against him ... I
was thoroughly entertained by this novel ... the writing is tight and the story
compelling.”
www.alternative-worlds.com says
of THE FURNACE: “This is a
great science fiction locked station mystery as Tanner is only the second
visitor to SOLEX One. The key to the exciting thriller is the
futuristic world of Timothy S. Johnston ... feels real whether it is the
tunnels of Mercury or an isolated energy gathering station. Tanner is terrific as a caring yet kick
butt protagonist. With a delightful
late twist, readers will appreciate this early twenty-fifth century whodunit
and why.”
Timothy S. Johnston is represented by Carolyn Forde of Westwood
Creative Artists, Ltd.
A Q&A about THE FURNACE with Timothy S. Johnston
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