Publisher's Synopsis
You'd think building a new school would be pretty straightforward, right? You'd be wrong. Michael G. Vail takes us on the tangled journey of local education politics that surrounds the brick and mortar. - Jeff Vincent, Director, Public Infrastructure Initiative, University of California, Berkeley
In 'The Salvation of San Juan Cajon', Michael Vail masterfully weaves the realities of public school development in urban California communities with a wonderfully-crafted story about a man's struggles with his love for his profession and personal deficiencies with a runaway-son. The story is touching and leaves the reader wanting more. -Barbara Wu Heyman
"Fresh and original! 'The Salvation of San Juan Cajon' tells a riveting tale that reveals the behind the scenes interplay of education, politics and community relationships as one school district strives to serve its students." Julie Boesch, Superintendent, Maple School District
"Vail's story is compelling. His attention to detail and his ability to take the reader with him through suspense and storytelling is noteworthy. It's a great read and worth your time." Eric J. Hall, President, EH&A
"Michael G. Vail's portrayal of a flawed but courageous character is both inspiring and reflective." Bruce Yeoman
"Michael G. Vail's fiction is intimate and intriguing. I enjoyed 'The Salvation of San Juan Cajon' for the same reasons I appreciate Dan Brown's novels." Dan Holmquist
"You walk through the neighborhoods of a city, never thinking of how these streets, schools and buildings came into being. You never think of the people involved, their dreams, their hopes and even their failures. 'The Salvation of San Juan Cajon' is the saga of how one man tried to build a new high school--and of how his dream changed people's lives. I was so engaged with the characters and imagery of place that I couldn't put this book down." Julie Zimmerman
"'The Salvation of San Juan Cajon' is a great story about one man's quest to make a difference in his community while trying to reconcile a deep void in his personal life. I really enjoyed it!" Lonnie Hahn
