The author mixes fact and fiction along with a huge dose of mountain humor in this fast paced thriller designed to leave the reader with a grin on their face and a warm, fuzzy feeling in their heart. After reading the author's previous novel a reader commented, ".... WHAT A BOOK! I read it immediately and laughed out loud ... IT IS AWESOME! My ex-husband was the President of [a publishing company] and I have heard him say over the years what makes a great book ... YOU'VE GOT IT! Can't wait to get my hands on your next book." The Pelle Anchor Cross is found in Prato, Italy and brought to Kentucky by Dr. Randy Peters, Director of the University of Kentucky's Center for Appalachian Research, and Mr. Domenico Pelle, owner of both the beautiful golden anchor cross and of Italy's famous Pelle vineyards and winery. On their trip to America the anchor cross exhibits it's mysterious power by saving the lives of all aboard their transatlantic flight. Then it is responsible for saving the life of a United States Senator when a suicide bomber threatens to kill hundreds at a ceremony held at the Harlan County Court House.