“… Jack Dancer is a slightly less violent (but wackier) Tarantino, and while it is possible Jack may be batshit crazy himself, he is quickly becoming one of my favorite contemporary authors. Reading his work makes me smile.” 5-Stars, Gaius Konstantine for Readers’ Favorite.

What’s it all about?

In the secluded McKinnon County of North Carolina, Tucker Blue's simple family visit entangles him in a struggle against a billionaire seeking global power through the county's quartz mines, the backbone of the semiconductor industry. Amidst emerging love, whistleblower revelations, and a community's deep-rooted history, Tucker allies with unexpected forces to challenge high-tech exploitation and historical injustices, questioning whether the echoes of ancient Pictish warriors can inspire a fight for the county's future.

In a heart-stopping climax filled with unexpected allies, deadly technology, and shocking revelations, one question remains: Can the ghosts of the past truly set the future free?

What Readers Are Saying:

“Dancer's captivating storytelling style creates a one-of-a-kind adventure that will appeal to mystery and action enthusiasts.” Readers’ Favorite Review.

“With the use of extreme characters and humor, the author wonderfully highlights the dangers of unfettered and unregulated capitalism, as well as systemic racism in today’s society.” Readers’ Favorite Review.

“American Picts by Jack Dancer is a genuinely funny and touching thriller…” Reader Review.

“The twists and turns of the plot will keep readers riveted.” Reader Review.

“Author Jack Dancer never fails to craft a gripping and immersive read, and this tale has a unique blend of history, technology, and the complexities of human nature.” Reader Review.

“…thrilling and poignant, with some explosive action moments that cut through the tension in sudden atmospheric bursts.” Readers’ Favorite Review.

“American Picts by Jack Dancer is not your usual novel; it is a chess match of the insane.” Reader Review.

“The strange and the sublime, the gorgeous and the deadly” are equally intertwined in American Picts.” Readers’ Favorite Review.

“…where this tale is beyond outstanding is the characters and pace.” Reader Review.

“…no shortage of loony and eccentric individuals.” Reader Review.

“I would certainly recommend American Picts as a unique work of thriller fiction not to be missed.” Readers’ Favorite Review.