Limebury Books is undertaking the on-line and paperback publication of a trilogy on behalf of Patrick C Notchtree.

The Clouds Still Hang

is released by author Patrick C Notchtree

The Clouds Still Hang
A Triumphant Journey of Love, Betrayal, and Self-Discovery

Haunted by a traumatic childhood, Simon strives to rise above his past in a relentless pursuit of self-redemption.

Through the avatar of Simon, the author fearlessly shares his struggles with sexuality, as truth and transformed identities intertwine within the pages. Simon's story begins with a childhood friendship that evolves into a forbidden love affair with an older boy. In adolescence and early adulthood, he faces turmoil that threatens to consume his spirit.

In the first instalment, Simon's story unfurls against the backdrop of a childhood friendship that blossoms into a tender, forbidden love affair with an older boy. The second book delves into the tumultuous years of adolescence and early adulthood, where trauma looms large and shadows threaten to consume his spirit. Finally, in the third instalment, Simon confronts the precarious battle to maintain inner harmony, wrestling with the dire consequences of a critical misstep.

Through the captivating avatar of Simon, the author fearlessly tackles personal demons head-on, unearthing a poignant exploration of the human condition. While names may have changed, the events pulsate with the authenticity of real-life experiences.

Embark on an exhilarating ride through this captivating trilogy, where love and loyalty intertwine with betrayal, triumph, and tragedy.

Please note that this book contains explicit sexual narratives, including instances of sexual violence. Prepare yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions, as this varied, exciting, demanding, and sometimes terrifying life story captivates your senses and leaves an indelible mark on your soul.

His own experience is probably unique, yet will strike a chord with many others who have been through similar things, as well as those with an interest in such matters, either personal or professional, such as police and probation officers, criminologists with an interest in this field or those investigating the developing 'queer theory'.

It's a varied, exciting, demanding, sometimes terrifying life story.

It is not pornographic but is sexually explicit in places. It is not suitable for those under 18 years or who find explicit gay sexuality, sexual narrative, including sexual violence, offensive.

Katy P: Very powerful and thought provoking read, 23 November 2015
The twists and turns and ups and downs of Simon's life were addictive. I couldn't wait to resume reading every evening, but he was always on my mind when I went to sleep. I really felt I knew Simon well.

Steven Michael @stevenmichael0 1 Feb 2015
Awesome book :)

Jessie Ash @Ms_JessieAsh 11 December 2014
The cloud still hangs is definitely an emotional read. Must've been hard to write.

Lewis S. Horvitz: An amazing book!!, September 24, 2013
This beautifully written story about the power of love, and the ability to forgive oneself is the most moving book I have read in a long time. Bravo!

Nancy (USA): Tough to read but worth it, July 11, 2013
After reading the first book "The Book of Daniel" I felt such anguish at it's ending so I downloaded this trilogy "The Clouds Still Hang" which continues with the two additional books of the story. During the second book my stomach was a wreck, my guts were twisted. This story is tough to read but well worth it. I just wanted to fix all the problems Simon faced throughout the remaining story. So many people with their own agendas causing situations that Simon couldn't control. Even at the end of the book I feel like a good cry.

Alan Hardy: This is an honest and perceptive "account of one person's struggle with the demons within" ... by the end of the book, the stance is more decidedly positive: Simon achieves a measure of contentment through an acceptance of the duality of his nature, that he can love deeply his wife of many years at the same time as being unashamed of homosexual loves both in his past and present. There are no easy answers offered, but the struggle itself (which the book is an expression of) seems to be held up as achievement and accomplishment enough. Can any of us really hope for more from life?
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Brad Durham @tottness200: Finished the book earlier this week. A very emotional read. Your book was v enjoyable, emotional and sad. Tweets are not long enough to explain the roller coaster of emotions I felt. how I wished I could have been there to help so many times. Again ty for this book

Leland Hall: One of the more enjoyable reads I have had in some time …. I immediately went to the LULU site and bought the complete book in both the print and eBook versions. That attests to how eager I was to follow the story of Simon and Daniel, and how obligated I felt to the author for providing me with such a wonderful experience. Your book touched me deeply; it dealt with the subject of coming of age with a similar attitude to my own. Until lately, that was unknown in the published world, and it is still rare. You were able to engage me as a reader and as a person; that is special, and it would have been ungrateful and unforgivable of me to remain silent about what you have written.

The first book follows the protagonist Simon through childhood growing up with a distant father and his developing friendship and eventual love affair with an older boy.

Carol Powney writes: "It is about need, caring and love. There is something beautiful even nurturing about this growing friendship and love. Yet it is a well written story that shows the naturalness of these boys emotions and growing sexuality including their normal sexual orientation at their age for them.I look forward to reading more from Patrick Notchtree. English is very good and a well written tale so 5 stars."

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Gerry Burnie writes: "Altogether, for me this is a breakthrough book for its sensitive portrayal of adolescent sexuality, and its ability to relate to most people's childhood experiences. There are some flaws, but I'm going to give it five bees, anyway."

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Rob Bassindale writes:

"I have just finished reading this book, this beautifully written book. It's a story about 2 young boys that form a beautiful friendship, that goes into a tale of their sexual awakenings.
I could not put it down, I read many many books, and this hand on heart is the best thing I have read. the last view chapters I was in tears.
Follow anything this guy writes, this book is a classic."

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P. J. Leeson writes:

"This is a wonderful little book about a slowly developing love story. The story of these two boys who are friends, then lovers, their family lives, their mutual admiration and friendship and the word that they never dare to say. It is a tender story, it is a loving story, at times funny, at times sad, at times sexy - a bit like life."

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Jose Miranda Jose Miranda @jmirandanyc

Finished and ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!! I can't stop thinking of Daniel's response in the end! <3 :'( when is the 2nd book!!!

Yu Xiu Wong @johnnywyx

Just used the whole night to finish the book! when will the next book be out?! Can't wait to know what's gonna happen