Michaele Lockhart
Author, Teacher, Photographer
Michaele Lockhart is an author, avid reader,
and a passionate historian whose primary interests are the period surrounding World War II and
U.S. western history. Currently living in Tucson, Arizona, this writer is acutely aware of the need for contemporary fiction that portrays and appeals to the vast spectrum of today’s multi generational readers.
A registered nurse and former teacher,
she is also a talented landscape and nature photographer. Michaele is currently writing a mystery series set in today’s Southwest.
Coming Home:
The Old Men and the Sea
Historical Fiction written by: Michaele Lockhart
Publisher: Trafford Publishing; August 22, 2006
Available through: Amazon, Trafford Publishing,
or Contact Michaele for your own copy.
On a sentimental journey turned terrifying voyage, a determined group of veterans, all over 70 years-old, come together, joined by one shared common cause--the rescue of a U.S. Navy tank landing craft critical to the battles of WW II.
Their goal is to restore and preserve this antique vessel as a living history maritime museum to honor the thousands who served on her and the cause she served. Now renamed the Aeolus, their prize is rotting in a ship graveyard, half-way around the world. Bonded in a unique camaraderie, they claim their ship, encounter unexpected delays in Crete, Naples and Gibraltar then sail into a harrowing late season hurricane and North Atlantic winter storm.
These men and their ship are "coming home", but not without adventure and misadventure, drama and tragedy, and even a touch of romance. Facing the inevitable challenges of aging, illness, loss and clashes of personalities, they now encounter their ultimate fight for survival. They are acutely aware of their vulnerability and limitations, alone in the middle of the North Atlantic.
A tribute to the devotion, loyalty and pure guts of what has been called the "greatest generation", this story is also a salute to the determination of senior citizens everywhere.
*** Coming Home Reviews ***
Another travel-related book, about a group whose journey has been fictionalized, is Coming Home: The Old Men and the Sea (Trafford). Thirty U.S. World War II veterans buy and sail a vintage LST from Greece to Alabama. It was a frightening, gutsy undertaking that registered nurse Michaele Lockhart has turned into an absorbing novel.
~ J.C. Martin, Special to the Arizona Daily Star
A tribute to the devotion, loyalty, and pure guts of what has been called the “Greatest Generation,” this story is also a salute to the determination of senior citizens everywhere.
~ Trafford Publishing
Michaele Lockhart writes in tones that evoke a stormy and cruel North Atlantic, contrasting with more softly tender scenes. In recreating this story, based on a true adventure, she examines the lives of several veterans, representative of Americans of their era. By touching on their histories she has covered the entire twentieth century, the encapsulation of its “hopes and fears,” from wars, to women’s rights, early immigrant experiences, integration, and forward to an enlightened promise for today’s seniors. Coming Home is the winding down of one century and the hint at new beginnings.
~ R. Hammond, author, poet, and playwright
Just finished Coming Home. Absolutely loved it and wished it would go on and on—any chance of a sequel?
~ O. Ryan, Tucson, Arizona.
Last Night at the Claremont
Written by Michaele Lockhart
Publisher: Wheatmark; March 2010
Available through: Wheatmark or
Contact Michaele for your own copy.
Hidden behind the glamour and cachet of the Claremont Arms, New York City’s premier luxury hotel, are psychic forces at work? Questioning her own sanity and facing a series of mid-life crises, pianist and classical musician Renata DiMonte embarks upon a mystical journey of self-discovery when through music she enters the lives of her listeners.
*** Last Night at the Claremont Reviews ***
Michaele Lockhart's virtuoso fingers flow eloquently over the keyboard as she "scores" her memorable character, Renata DiMonte, pianist extraordinaire. Her narrative takes form like a classical piece of music—from a prelude of description, building through melodies of life encounters, finally to the soft harmonics of memories cherished and the rhythm of human relationships.
Lockhart treats her readers, as does her character, with unique kindness and polite respect. Finishing her book I felt stories reverberate as long as possible only to become my memories as well. Bravissimo!
~ Nicole Sorkin, Managing Book Review Editor, Pacific Book Review
Last Night at the Claremont explores the mystical filter through which a musician might view experience, almost a clairvoyance. The story affirms the power of music to lead to love and to meaning. The ending is sure to make the reader wonder at possible ways of knowing not yet understood by scientists or philosophers.
~ Toby Fesler Heathcotte, author of Out of the Psychic Closet and
The Alma Chronicles
In this charming mix of fairy tale, allegory, and personal discovery, where each chapter is cleverly overlaid with the ambiance of contemporary music, Lockhart has produced a quite modern-day and mature love story.
~ Robert Hammond, author and playwright, author of The Nursery,
Where Were We?, and Don’t Call Me Ishmael.
Wilderness Journey
(Coming Soon)
Crimes against the environment merge with the discovery of a double murder for nature photographer Julia Bayard. Alone in the wilderness with the lovable dog Maxie,
her camera continues to uncover evidence, placing them both in danger.
Recently divorced, Julia accepts this assignment seeking peace and solitude,
only to find her life messier than before as she struggles against
unexpected forces of evil.
Referral Links:
:: Society of Southwestern Authors :: Arizona Authors Association :: Amazon ::
:: Trafford :: Wheatmark :: Stonethread ::
Any Questions or Comments, Please e-mail Michaele.
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