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Stephen David Curtis is a resident of Cambridgeshire, in the United Kingdom.
Originally from Essex, Stephen has spent most of his life living in Hertfordshire, the location for his debut novel: Circle of Innocents.
Stephen grew up on a council estate and had a state education, where he developed an interest in poetry and short stories before putting these to good use as a lyricist and songwriter in a musical career that spanned four decades!
Some of those closest to Stephen would tell him that he wouldn't achieve much in music, and he set out to prove them wrong. Perhaps it was that very same drive that enabled him to write Circle of Innocents, a project that he doggedly pursued until the successful publication of the work.
It is often said that "there is a book in everybody". Stephen has no University Degree in creative writing, and yet that did not stop him from creating his first novel. He is a firm believer that if one can put into words what can be imagined, then one can certainly write a book. All it took in the case of Circle of Innocents was a throwaway comment during a conversation between friends, a skeleton onto which Stephen's imagination was able to graft the flesh that became a published work.
Inspiration is a personal seed. Perhaps the next person into whose mind that seed might be sown is whomever has just read this biography!
Reviewed by Parul Sood for Readers' Favorite
Circle of Innocents: It Must Remain Unbroken by Stephen D. Curtis weaves an entrancing supernatural narrative that unites ancient forces and familial bonds. Mother and daughter Joanne and Samantha Middleton's idyllic life takes a chilling turn when they become the targets of a malevolent entity named The Puppeteer. Set against a backdrop of eerie suspense, this tale introduces a cast of compelling characters, each grappling with their own vulnerabilities. The central conflict propels these characters into a battle against The Puppeteer, whose sinister designs threaten humanity. A twist of fate unites them, unveiling shared destinies and the urgency to thwart The Puppeteer's malevolence. Melding supernatural elements with human resilience, Curtis crafts a seamless and suspenseful rhythm.
Stephen D. Curtis's character development in Circle of Innocents shines as Joanne and Samantha's unbreakable mother-daughter bond becomes the story's emotional anchor. The connection between father and son, Chris and Andy, adds depth, while Wayne's tragic past casts him as a manipulated pawn of darkness. Curtis delves into the psychological intricacies of each character, rendering them relatable and multi-dimensional. Expertly building tension, the narrative embraces both heart-pounding confrontations and introspective pauses. Circle of Innocents stands as a testament to Curtis's storytelling, artfully exploring themes of good versus evil, familial strength, and human courage. For fans of supernatural thrillers, Circle of Innocents delivers an enthralling journey. This tale triumphs in delving into darkness and celebrating the human spirit. Dive into a world where ancient forces collide and familial bonds are tested, where the fight against malevolence unveils the indomitable nature of the human soul.
