“R.M. Doyon offers a crackling good read in Upcountry, a tale of politics, ambition and redemption in upstate New York. It is a gripping debut novel. His growing legion of fans await his next one in the new year.”
— Andrew Cohen, Author & Columnist, The Ottawa Citizen, December 27, 2011
“What a great read! I can always tell that I like a book when I find myself mentally casting the characters into a movie version. Doyon delivered on this front – as this book has movie all over it – with a dynamic plot, great characters, comedic scenes, along with ample other emotional pulls (yes, Kleenex required). Lots of great stuff – with juicy themes that touch on family, friendships, crisis, loyalty and much more. It’s a fast-moving plot and easy to read. Well done Doyon- especially for a first-time author! Bring on the next!”
— Eileen Chadnick, Toronto, Ontario
“Incredible read, well-paced and extremely well developed characters, the author has created a novel that I couldn’t put down and finished in a single read. One four hour airplane ride and I finished the best book I have read in years…do yourself a favor a buy yourself a copy of this book — and don’t be surprised if this book becomes a full-length feature motion picture in the near future — it’s that good!”
— Rick Lepow, Chicago, Illinois
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“Doyon’s talent lies in portraying everyday people…who are all trying in their own ways to survive in the face of prejudice and pain…a dynamic read…peppered with dramatic events that move along at a good pace. There are also some beautifully poignant moments, set against the barren and unforgiving backdrop of Morgantown, NY.”
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— IndieReader.com
“This book is beautifully written and beautiful to read…if you love true-life drama, you are going to love Upcountry!”
— Glenda Bixler, Book Readers Heaven, McClellandtown, Pennsylvania
At daybreak, Jane Schumacher awoke to discover that she had spent the night on the couch. She was still dressed in the same white silk blouse and navy-blue, pleated skirt she had worn the day before. Good God, she moaned, as she raised herself up and surveyed the situation. It wasn’t pretty.
Meet Jane Schumacher. She is a smart, sassy and often profane woman who is shepherding her boss towards the White House. But upon learning some shocking personal news before Thanksgiving, Jane abruptly changes her holiday plans to return to her upcountry home. Soon, as her troubled past begins to haunt her, she is confronted with a fateful dilemma: should she simply rescue her sister from her husband’s evil clutches…or take justice into her own hands?
For Jane Schumacher, however, nothing is ever simple. Nothing is ever cut and dried.
Set against an engaging backdrop of modern political times, Upcountry is a riveting, page-turning story of sibling strife and affection, of sadness and grief, and finally redemption and rebirth.
“A very heart-warming and touching story…with a cinematic feel that could be iconic. The core of the story is brilliant…Doyon did a really good job with its emotional journey. He nailed it!”
— GuysCanRead, Dallas, Texas
“An ending that will bring tears to every reader’s eyes. This novel gets Five Beautiful Carousels with Five White Horses!”
— Fran Lewis of Fran Lewis Reviews, Bronx, New York
