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A writer of the “old school,” M.P never used a computer but chose instead to create all of his marvelous stories using the “hunt and peck” system on his vintage Underwood manual typewriter.  Bob Noble has been a voice talent and actor in motion pictures, television and theatre for more than 40-years. Bob works from his in-home studio in Orlando, Florida.

 

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The Delphinus Chronicles wins first place in the audiobook division at the Hollywood Book Festival.

July 12, 2006

 

 

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It was no surprise when Simon, the world’s most powerful supercomputer, successfully learned to communicate with humans shortly after being retired to tiny Cabrillo University in San Diego.  After all, Ross Erricson and his misfit band of graduate students had done their homework well, anticipating just about every possible outcome of their experiment.

Just about, that is.

They forgot that humans aren’t the only intelligent species inhabiting Southern California.

 


Winner of the 2006

Hollywood Book Festival


 

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Chris Peters, Omaha REASON

"A story with a fascinating premise and construction, "The Delphinus Chronicles" was an enjoyable and entertaining experience. For those of you considering the audiobook, the confluence of Helen Lisanti's narration, sound editing, and Kennedy Smith's music made the book come alive in a way that seems greater than the sum of its parts."

Christopher Montgomery, A&E Television Network
"The Delphinus Chronicles is a brilliant, literary masterpiece...a real page turner."

Bobbi Duffy, Yet Another Book Review
"The Delphinus Chronicles is a sterling example of imagination and techno-knowledge wedded to create a great story, wonderfully executed."

Karri Watson, Curled Up With a Good Book
"A brilliantly complex and fascinating plot.  Give it a read; you will be glad that you did."

Dead Trees Review
"This book is an excellent thriller--a gem of a story.  Highly recommended."

Detra Fitch, Huntress Reviews
"This is an astounding novel that I found hard to put down. Every time I believed nothing else could happen to surprise me I was proven wrong. Highly recommended reading!"

David Brown, RebeccasReads
"What an engaging read!  What a memorable subject!  I am truly impressed. Mr. Roane has produced what, in my estimation, will become a classic.  I devoured The Delphinus Chronicles at one sitting, I could not put it down! I had to know more. I found it deeply absorbing & fun, all in the same read."

SFBooks2Go.com, Anna
"This book is written with style and panache, speed and dexterity and grips the reader from the first.  I liked his writing style, it had me reading it in one go, this author has the skill and technique to rival the best of them...we cannot wait for his next book."

Aphra Black, Aphra's Science Fiction & Fantasy Library
"This is no ordinary Science Fiction novel.  A thoroughly enjoyable, stylish, pacy, and highly intriguing reading experience. Big questions, daring answers, and a message from the dolphins that we ignore at our peril."

Kathy Boswell, Managing Editor, The Best Book Reviews
"This book was just simply WOW!  I was so intrigued that I read it in one sitting.  While this is a work of Science Fiction, it was told in such a way as to be believable. I highly recommend this one!"

Harriet Klausner, Harriet Klausner Reviews
"The Delphinus Chronicles is a superb science fiction thriller that never slows down from the moment Simon checkmates the world's greatest grandmaster to the climax. RG Roane deserves strong accolades and a vast appreciative audience for this winning novel."

Timothy I. McDougall, Ticonderoga Online
"It is a pleasure to hold and read while drinking a nice warming brandy or port in readiness for the winter nights ahead here in Australia."

Scott Baughman, The Blacksburg Times (SC)
"Roane demonstrates a mastery of subtle terror using a Hitchcock-like technique of "fear of the unknown" that is spine chillingly effective. If you're a fan of the X-files, you're going to love the underlying ideas of this story.  I am quite an x-phile myself so I couldn't put the book down."

Bryn Colvin, Bryn Colvin Reviews
"The Delphinus Chronicles is a fast paced novel full of twists and turns laced with action, history and science fiction. This is an extremely readable book, with the science very palatable and the concepts easy to grasp.  A pleasing story, well told."

Viviane Crystal, Crystal Reviews
"But that I am forbid to tell the secrets of my prison house, I could a tale unfold whose lightest word would harrow up thy soul, freeze thy young blood." This Shakespearean quote begins and most aptly describes this tale that slowly evolves from a most simple to sinister, tightly drawn science fiction thriller.  The story is rich in setting each step of the stage for Ross, his staff, and the reader. No one will be the same thereafter. This reviewer eagerly applauds R. G. Roane's creative presentation to a wider, listening audience."

Chrissi, Booklore
"It is a very eloquent book.  I would heartily recommend it to anyone, it is really quite an intriguing idea that RG Roane has come up with, and it left me with a really nice feeling."

Gregory Dolnack, The Storyteller's Archive
"It's easy to follow, and it's easy to identify with the characters; it also manages to achieve a level of detail that helps put the "science" into science-fiction.  That puts The Delphinus Chronicles in rare company, indeed."

Manny, Technorati.net

"Here’s another great book written by a San Diego author, RG Roane, The Delphinus Chronicles.  From the secret labs of a small San Diego college campus, to the dangerous sea depths off the Greek islands, to a dramatic car chase down California’s rugged Route One, The Delphinus Chronicles moves with heart-stopping speed. Ross Erricson and his small group of researchers, while experimenting in communication with the dolphins, have made two incredible discoveries. Not only do these intelligent mammals understand human communication, the dolphins also hold the secret to the beginnings of human civilization on Earth.”

Mike Zahalan, California
"The Delphinus Chronicles has restored my faith in reading for enjoyment.  It offers something for all readers.  There's adventure, technology, mystery, science-fiction, and even a bit of romance.  The perfect balance of each of these themes without losing sight of the plot reflects the authors true literary brilliance.  This book was written with such creativity it's impossible to put down. The thing I liked best about this book was getting to the end, and thinking "Wow, I didn't expect that".  The ability to keep the reader guessing is an art very few authors have mastered.  READ THIS BOOK!!!"

Stacey Allen McGee, Tennessee
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The Delphinius Chronicles is a highly imaginative and awe inspiring literary gem that should be read with the open mindedness of a child, the faith of a saint, and the soul of a poet. I recommend this book highly to anyone who is interested in and given to the concept that human beings are not the only intelligent life in the Universe."

Donald Taylor Jr.  —
"For those of us that have the "X Files" mentality and believe that anything is possible this is a great read. And those of us that like to escape in a good book this is still a great read. I enjoyed the Delphinus Chronicles very much and cannot wait for the next book by Mr. Roane."

Norma Ranieri, Dolphin Tales
"A truly captivating book! Read and be drawn into the adventure that results when a group of would-be psychologists inadvertently stumble upon a means of exploring the realm of Dolphin knowledge. There are some things we humans just weren't meant to know, but this book is willing to share them with us."

Robbie Ladrillono, California
"The Delphinus Chronicles is an intriguing read with a superb style of writing that successfully carries the story forward with ease while giving its readers the delightfully assiduous duty of finding out what’s next.   With Pandora’s box now open what can we expect to happen next from the mind of R.G. Roane
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Sarah Label, California
"The Delphinus Chronicles is a suspenseful read, promising you the answer but instead giving you another question to ponder. You want to rush to the end to find out what happens, yet find yourself slowing down to savor the artful storytelling.  By the time you finish you feel almost as if you've lived the story yourself, and you find yourself wondering "What if?"

Geoff Richardson, United Kingdom
"R.G. Roane's career history probably influences the story line and qualities of The Delphinus Chronilces. A fast moving but multi-faceted plot takes the reader through a geographic, historical, technical journey - but to say more would detract from the unique experience the reader will enjoy. Written with a logical clarity which belies the expertise of the author, The Delphiniums Chronicles is, to say the least, a good read!"

Jackie Bauder, California
"An exciting and fun book to read.  It was hard not to get irritated with any interruptions while I was reading.  One page led to another and time became irrelevant.  A refreshing plot that meandered on its own.  I could never second guess where the author was going.  He tied up all the loose ends in the final chapter, something that I appreciate.  I loved it.  Give us more, RG."

Stephen Blakeman, California
"Excellent book!  It keeps you thinking "what if" throughout the whole story. I didn't want the book to end. I'm looking forward to your next book Mr. Roane
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Kathy Sivba, California
"RG Roane sweeps the reader along on this suspenseful journey with vividly drawn characters, stylish narration, and non-stop action that moves through several plot twists at breakneck speed.   A fast, intelligent thriller that leaves the reader satisfied, yet hoping for another ride on Roane's roller coaster."

 Alexander Sheremet, Israel
"The Delphinus Chronicles is a fast developing story that people will find very interesting.  Science, history, pursuit, conspiracy...everything can be found there.  Plus, a lot of surprises.  You thought that now all the surprises are behind and you know the next move...and another surprise waits for you just behind the corner!  The kind of book that you open at the first page, and don't want to close till the last one is read."

Ralph Rognlie, California
"An enjoyable book that kept my interest from beginning to end with exciting twists and turns of worldwide intrigue and suspense.  The Delphinus Chronicles would make a wonderful gift for the Holiday Season!"

Blair Scott, Alabama
"If you’re looking for a book with intense and over-bearing character development; this isn’t it. If you’re looking for a book with extremely in-depth plot lines that inter-twine and are difficult to follow; this isn’t it. If you’re looking for a book that is fast-paced, intriguing, smooth flowing and gives you just enough information to know what’s going on, then this is the book for you.

What would happen if we found out how to communicate with dolphins? What would they know and more importantly, what would they tell us? Can we handle the truth? How would we as individuals and society deal with any gained knowledge about our origins, our history and our sociology? How will you deal with certain knowledge if it is given to you? Find out in this intriguing book that takes a stab at science, religion, sociology and psychology in ways that make you think about how you would react.

Roane has put together an intriguing tale that is easy to read, easy to follow and may one day become non-fiction."

Loy Lawhon, Mississippi
"A fast-paced sci-fi thriller. "Delphinus Chronicles" has it all: Atlantis, extraterrestrials, conspiracies, computers, and, of course, dolphins..."

Howard Patterson, California
"The Delphinus Chronicles" mixes elements of hard science, sci-fi, conspiracy theory, and suspense fiction. The narrative style used is concise yet descriptive, allowing a broad use of reader inference. The same laconic approach to character description mainly achieved thru distinct dialogue patterns, gives the reader much latitude in picturing the galley of characters in the novel. The suspense and action scenes are brisk and engaging, helping maintain the interest level in the story's latter portions. The questions raised in the opening scenes of the book are deftly resolved in the book's brief but satisfying Epilogue.  Good work, and keep'em coming!"

Jim Rogers, Maryland
"Good story, very inventive.  Seemed like a nice blend of Arthur C Clarke and Tom Clancy.  The chess match between Simon and the Russian was the only thing I rolled my eyes about.  The rest was fine ... fast-paced, clever story line."

Ethel C. Mowry, California
"Great book...kept you thinking: what on Earth is going to happen next???"

Maureen Krause, California

"I found The Delphinus Chronicles fascinating. The characters are real and the story Very interesting."

Virginia Kelly, Florida/Maine
"Usually read light novels or romance.  Really enjoyed this different story and particularly the surprise ending.  Good read."

 


 

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