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Image of a lone road cyclist who has a fear of commitment but looks determined to win a race

Warning…

Rated: PG (Parental Guidance) – This book contains adult content that may not be suitable for children under 18
“In our darkest moments we must strive for the greatness that lies deep within. There is no one else who can find your courage for you. It has always been there, just brush away the obstacles and allow yourself to trust the only one who can truly help you, and that my boy, is you, and you alone.”
The Palendrone was a cycling race for men, and though it’s no longer an annual event, it produced an era of legends; men who were committed to grueling 48 hour rides that would not only test their physical limits, but their mental capacity as well.
Today, a legend in his own mind, Robert Jenu, is a cyclist that complains about, yet looks forward to shaming, those he labels as Weekend Warriors; cyclists who come out on their expensive bikes once a week and think they’re serious about the sport.
Petrov Peleton, A true cycling legend that is hiding from his past, reluctantly befriends Robert and uses him to escape the place he believes children send their parents to die; a nursing home.
The universe has a strange way of working as the lives of these two men become entwined. One man will gain his freedom and the other will gain his self respect. Each man, fighting his personal demon, must move forward to conquer their past, in order to live freely in their future.
 
 

Reviews

To start I must say Thank You! For letting me read The Palendrone. I love love love it. This is so publishable. I would very much like to see you try for an agent and get a publisher for a wide distribution. For one thing it is extremely well written, creative, unique and just all-around good storytelling. There were many unexpected twists and turns and a great deal of inspiration. Even for myself recovering from a stroke Robert’s discipline inspires me. I had no idea that you had this kind of knowledge on the cycling subject but it feels so authentic. Each character is well drawn and has their own voice. You have mastered the art of dialogue which all feels very natural. Love Peleton’s wisdom and character very much. Also Joe and Robert's dad. It kept me reading from page to page and each black moment took me by surprise. It’s like the wise old man in you is in an eternal dialogue with the young open seeker in you. Bravo!
Joanne Parks
Author of Spiritual Real Estate
I'm a trainer and have helped a few tri-athletes. After reading, The Palendrone, I took a hard look at how to draw out fears a few clients didn't realize were holding them back. The book deals with fear of commitment and I always thought that was about realationships... but it's so much more. Props to author Jeff Scott for telling a story in such a way that I learned how to spot my own inhibitions and how to not only "train the brain," but to also break the brain from subconscious defaults.
John J
Certified Trainer