Roni Teson
Roni Teson is the author of Heaven or Hell.
The original version of this novel was started, and shelved a few years prior to its completion due to Roni Teson’s career as an executive in the accounts receivable management industry. Divine intervention had a hand, however, when she was diagnosed with stage IV cancer and made the time, during her treatment, to complete the novel.
Over the period of her amazing recovery, Roni’s own journey somewhat paralleled aspects of the lives of her characters. As she responded to the medication and was potentially beating cancer, everything else in her world imploded. She went through loss on almost every level of her life: health, career, long-term relationship, homes, cars, and pets.
Today, completely disease-free, Roni is living a life transformed. She makes her home in Southern California where she is currently writing a book about that transformation—RUN.
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The original version of this novel was started, and shelved a few years prior to its completion due to Roni Teson’s career as an executive in the accounts receivable management industry. Divine intervention had a hand, however, when she was diagnosed with stage IV cancer and made the time, during her treatment, to complete the novel.
Over the period of her amazing recovery, Roni’s own journey somewhat paralleled aspects of the lives of her characters. As she responded to the medication and was potentially beating cancer, everything else in her world imploded. She went through loss on almost every level of her life: health, career, long-term relationship, homes, cars, and pets.
Today, completely disease-free, Roni is living a life transformed. She makes her home in Southern California where she is currently writing a book about that transformation—RUN.
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Heaven or Hell
Fiction
Following years of living in an alcoholic fog, Joe becomes an upstanding member of society—but only after he experiences a trip through Hell itself.
Teresa creates her own Hell in current day Los Angeles where she struggles with her past while trying to raise her teenage son.
Am I in Heaven or Hell, Angel wonders, as she floats restlessly from cloud to cloud, finding herself in constant pursuit of an earthly Teresa and not knowing why.
Heaven or Hell is a story of tragedy, loss, and a triumphant life-changing resurrection when the lives of Joe, Teresa, and Angel collide in this world and beyond.
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Praise for Heaven or Hell
“Deeply moving depictions of family life and the progression of alcoholism and its effects—as well as a fascinating take on the afterlife we all will face.”—G. Miki Hayden, New York Times-plauded Edgar winner
“Excellent handling of a dysfunctional family actually coming full circle. The topic of life after death puts an intriguing spin on this story. Captivating!"—Victoria Christopher-Murray, author of Truth Be Told, and Sinners & Saints, and many other titles
“Roni Teson is a gifted storyteller who brings to life a hardened alcoholic with the same grace and honesty she writes about an angel! Her timing is flawless—Heaven or Hell is a page-turner. I didn’t want it to end!”-Karen Coccioli, Author of The Yellow Braid
“This was absolutely phenomenal! I did cry and figured the end would be heartbreaking, but I ended up smiling as I read it. Wonderful story!” Diana Cox,
Following years of living in an alcoholic fog, Joe becomes an upstanding member of society—but only after he experiences a trip through Hell itself.
Teresa creates her own Hell in current day Los Angeles where she struggles with her past while trying to raise her teenage son.
Am I in Heaven or Hell, Angel wonders, as she floats restlessly from cloud to cloud, finding herself in constant pursuit of an earthly Teresa and not knowing why.
Heaven or Hell is a story of tragedy, loss, and a triumphant life-changing resurrection when the lives of Joe, Teresa, and Angel collide in this world and beyond.
Amazon.com BalboaPress.com
Praise for Heaven or Hell
“Deeply moving depictions of family life and the progression of alcoholism and its effects—as well as a fascinating take on the afterlife we all will face.”—G. Miki Hayden, New York Times-plauded Edgar winner
“Excellent handling of a dysfunctional family actually coming full circle. The topic of life after death puts an intriguing spin on this story. Captivating!"—Victoria Christopher-Murray, author of Truth Be Told, and Sinners & Saints, and many other titles
“Roni Teson is a gifted storyteller who brings to life a hardened alcoholic with the same grace and honesty she writes about an angel! Her timing is flawless—Heaven or Hell is a page-turner. I didn’t want it to end!”-Karen Coccioli, Author of The Yellow Braid
“This was absolutely phenomenal! I did cry and figured the end would be heartbreaking, but I ended up smiling as I read it. Wonderful story!” Diana Cox,
RUN
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A Memoir
I’m the luckiest person I know. Most people think I’m crazy when I make that statement. I was diagnosed with stage IV cancer, and during my first year of treatment I experienced loss on almost every level of my life: career, long-term relationship, home, pets, health, hair, and finances. Put one foot in front of the other, was my mantra as I managed my recovery through the healthcare system and the entire overhaul of my life. RUN is not a story of an immaculate cure. Nor is it a tale of alternative treatments. I followed every step the medical community ordered. The road to recovery was emotional at times, and the treatment was physically harsh. Chemotherapy, surgery, radiation, life style changes, and a focus on the cure were the methods I describe in my victory over stage IV cancer. RUN is the intimate portrayal of my journey and metamorphosis. An honest story, transcribed through my daily journals, which is at times humorous, intense, heartbreaking, and ultimately triumphant. |
