Phillip Daigle is a mystery and historical fiction author best known for his novels "Canvas of Secrets, "Tides of Acadia" and "The Acadian." His storytelling, rich in historical detail, draws readers into the vivid past, offering immersive narratives that speak to the struggles and triumphs of its people. Phillip's commitment to historical fiction is a testament to his love for history and skill in crafting compelling, character-driven stories that reanimate the past for modern readers.
Phillip Daigle AUTHOR
This twisty, methodically paced narrative is a satisfying mystery with intriguing characters. It is as much a character study of two men struggling to overcome their inner demons as an engaging mystery.
Ray Stone, formerly of the LAPD (until he blew his cover during a major sting operation), is biding his time in California’s sleepy, artsy town of Laguna Beach. He misses the adrenaline-fueled, high-octane police work of Los Angeles and is waiting for a chance to redeem himself. Early in the morning on New Year's Day, 1969, a call comes in from dispatch: "Dead body at Shaw's Cove." The victim is Amelia Hart, a wealthy 50-something member of the artistic community and an anti-war activist. The officer on the scene says it is a suicide, but Ray suspects there is more to the story.
Meanwhile, Dennis Driver, a reporter with the local Daily Pilot and a Vietnam War veteran, is battling depression and PTSD-like symptoms. On New Year’s Day, his editor hands him an opportunity for his big break––a report on the suspicious death of Amelia Hart. Ray and Dennis, working separately but occasionally sharing information, begin digging into the secrets hidden behind the glossy facade of Amelia's life.
Daigle is a skillful wordsmith
‘A satisfying mystery filled with intriguing characters." KIRKUS REVIEWS
In the early 17th century, the rugged lands of Acadia—now Eastern Canada—are a battleground for the French, the English, and the indigenous Mi'kmaq. Amidst this tumultuous era, three lives converge in a saga of love, loyalty, and betrayal. A daring French adventurer, Charles La Tour navigates political treachery and alliances to establish a fur-trade empire. Francoise Jacquelin, a strong-willed Parisian actress, defies societal norms to carve her own path, finding the role of a lifetime in Acadia. Menou Daulnay, an ambitious French colonialist, becomes their formidable adversary, seeking to claim Acadia for himself. As the French and English rivalry escalates, the fragile bonds of love and loyalty are pushed to their limits. Tides of Acadia vividly portrays the intricate web of cultural conflicts and personal ambitions that shape this pivotal moment in North American history.
Dive into a richly detailed historical drama in which every choice and decision can alter the course of history. The stakes are high, and the tension is tangible.
The Acadian is the story of an underdog who thrives by never giving up.
