A.J. Harris

Biography

Alvin J. Harris, M.D.F.A.C.S. long a fan of mystery and detective novels, Dr. Harris began writing professionally after moving to Palm Desert, California with his wife, Yetta in 2000. He now lives in Santa Barabara, CA. With more than forty years experience as an Orthopedic Surgeon, it is no surprise that he includes someone in the medical profession in each of his novels. Dr. Harris, a prolific writer, is already at work on his fifth novel. Dr. Harris also conducts creative writing classes.

Where to buy in print

Books

Farewell My Country
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 73,740. Language: English. Published: March 3, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » USA, Fiction » Inspirational
Based on the true story of a patriot/hero wrongly accused of being a communist. This man born of immigrant working-class parents achieved high scholarly stature and was an associate professor at the University of Chicago before World War II. Despite his loyalty and sacrifice, he was labeled a traitor and deprived of everything including his country.
Death in the Saddle (Not a Western!)
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 104,700. Language: English. Published: August 8, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Mystery & detective » Police Procedural, Fiction » Mystery & detective » General
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Was Bruxton’s murder a crime of passion or a premeditated act of revenge? It’s a case that crosses state lines, exposes the excesses of the very rich, and brings wartime secrets to light. Join detectives Mannheim and Oliver as they seek to solve the case of the philandering fat cat in Death in the Saddle (Not a Western).