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8/14/2023

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​A teacher and his protégé take a haphazard journey of joy, friendship and discovery.

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Reflections on the Boulevard
Reflections of Michael Trilogy Book 2
by L.J. Ambrosio
Genre: Contemporary Fiction, Coming of Age 

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Michael's story continues from A Reservoir Man (2022) where we find him teaching at a university ready to retire. He unexpectedly meets a young man named Ron who becomes his protégé and journeys in a haphazard adventure with him throughout America and Europe, each twist and turn of the road bringing unexpected adventures. The journey taken is one of joy, friendship and discovery.


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​They continued and arrived in Flagstaff, late at night. The motel looked just like the Bates Motel. Michael hurriedly got Ron into the room, which faced the Grand Canyon. Michael had reservations so they were able to get into the room quickly. Michael went outside, standing on the porch, feeling a significant pressure on his chest.
“The air is not meshing well with the smoke in my lungs,” Michael said to himself. When he got back to the room, Ron was already sleeping with Rhonda on his leg.
The next morning, Michael got up early and woke Ron telling him to wash his face. He then took Ron to the door of their room, opened it, and walked outside. Ron just gaped at the sight of the Grand Canyon. The colors and the sun bouncing off these jagged cliffs looked like cut out mountains from a magazine.
He turned to Michael, he said, “It looks like a painted drop! Not real. How was this created? What
events led to this? I understand all the bullshit you learn in Earth Science, but this is so much more.”
Michael noticed a little tear in Ron’s eye, shed for the beauty, for the nature that Michael had always talked to him about.
“Those guys in New England, those Transcendentalists, they knew the answer, this is God. This is it! I know we will leave but I will never forget this, and the emotions it moves in me.”
“Alright I have a surprise. We are off to the North Rim of the Canyon. We are taking an entire day tour of the North Rim on the Katibah trail, exploring the inner canyons. We will travel on mules.”
“What did you say? Did I hear mules? I have never been on a horse, no less a mule. You expect me to ride a mule alone? No way!” said Ron.
They got into the car and Ron asked, “Where are we going?”
“To the North Rim!”
Ron was very worried. He listed all the reasons he

could never ride a mule. He even claimed that Rhonda would be jealous of his attention to another animal.
At the entrance to the North Rim, Michael assured Ron that he would be okay.
“Ron, all will be fine! Just trust the mule. Trust the mule!”
“I don’t trust myself!” Ron said, then suddenly got on the mule. He was afraid he would fall off, so he waited there for a moment. He used the opportunity to tell the mule about Rhonda. Ron started to like the mule now, especially because she was not moving. He was more comfortable now with the mule and even told her how well Rhonda would get along with her if she did not try to eat Rhonda’s food. The mules took off on the trail with
Michael following the guide and Ron following Michael, holding on for dear life.
On one particularly bumpy part of the trail, Michael assured Ron.
"You look great and natural on that mule! Like Gene Autry!” Ron was falling over now, off the mule. Ron had some choice language for Michael. After a minute he also asked, “Who is Gene Autry?”
“He was the cowboy who sang 'Don’t Fence Me In'!”

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A Reservoir Man
Reflections of Michael Trilogy Book 1

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A Reservoir Man, critics have hailed this explosive and timely work as “a must-read coming-of-age story of 2022.” 

Twists and turns further pull the reader in to Michael’s action-packed tale, with powerful themes, from betrayal and family to secrets and identity.

“Be sure not to blink because you just might miss a pivotal moment in Michael’s rousing, larger-than-life story.” --R.C. Gibson, Indiestoday.com.

“This book is a dream, a gamble, a utopia, even.” -- Kalyan Panja, Bookmarkks.

Everywhere Michael turns he sees a Reservoir Man. Michael’s endless trials of survival include sexual assault, The Vietnam War, an arrest in Spain, Hollywood scandal, the AIDS outbreak, 9/11 and beyond.

​If only Michael could find the one thing he values most, freedom. Michael’s coming-of-age is tarnished by many but the courage to live his truth may just keep Michael one step ahead...or will he succumb to the embraces of a Reservoir Man?



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​On New Year’s Day, the children went with Michael to brunch in Venice and walked on the boardwalk. For dinner, they ate at their favorite Chinese restaurant in West Hollywood. Arriving home, they noticed someone sitting on the porch. Michael quickly got out of the car and went over to the man. It was Joe, a young client of Michael’s.

Two years earlier, Michael brought Joe into the agency as a client; they had a very respectful relationship. Joe asked Michael if he had time to talk. Normally, Michael would have asked Joe if it could wait till the next day, but Michael saw the urgency in his tone. He told Joe to come in and to give him some time to put the children to bed.

Michael came back into the living room with a martini for himself and his guest. He finally broke down and had liquor in his house. Joe sat down and told Michael to listen before he commented. He told Michael that there was an action to take over the office, and his LA staff were aware of it, as well as the New York staff. Gail had also secured a replacement for Michael to run the LA office. The clients were not informed. She was waiting for the proper time after Michael left the office. Gail had secured all the bank statements and hired a lawyer.

Michael was shocked. “Who told you, Joe? Do you know a timetable for when she intends to do this?”

Joe said he was dating someone at the union who told him, and he was not aware of a time she was going to act on this. Joe seemed very pale; Michael became concerned about Joe’s health, asking him how his T-cell count was. Joe did not respond to much of anything.

“There is nothing you can do,” said Michael.

“Just be healthy. There are some experimental drugs. Stay away from AZT. That is AIDS by prescription.”

Joe finished his drink and got up to leave. Joe hugged Michael, and while he was holding on to Michael, he whispered in his ear, “I’m scared. What is going to happen?”

Michael replied, “You are going to live and have fun. Just be gay.” They both laughed. Before Joe left, he stopped in the doorway, turning to Michael.

“What’s wrong Joe?” asked Michael.

“I did not call. I wanted to.”

“Why didn’t you?” said Michael, staring at the young man, who was in a world of anxiety and apprehension.

“I was afraid they tapped your phone,” said Joe, and he left.
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Louis J. Ambrosio ran one of the most nurturing bi-coastal talent agencies in Los Angeles and New York. He started his career as a theatrical producer, running two major regional theaters for eight seasons. Ambrosio taught at seven universities. Ambrosio also distinguished himself as an award-winning film producer and novelist over the course of his impressive career.

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​Can you, for those who don't know you already, tell something about yourself and how you became an author?
I always wrote- I was a professor who ran four major arts institutions and somewhat successful with my poetry. I wanted to write about my like with was long and vastly interesting--I began writing my memoir when suddenly I changes coarse and fictionalize it –realizing I could say more about my perceptions about living than write about myself that was less than 2 years ago.

What is something unique/quirky about you?
I do everything from my right side and arm -I was going to be a priest and in the Nicaean creed Christ sat at the right-hand of God and exhibiting my loyalty to my OCD, I only used my right hand and arm for 40 years now.

Tell us something interesting that's happened to you!
I always win not for money but getting the job done—the one time I lost I than won---I love winning for and with people.

What are some of your pet peeves?
People who eat and make noise---peoples conversation that solely circle around themselves--

Where were you born/grew up at?
Brooklyn my first 25 years --I still have family there but it is so different from m y perspective.

If you knew you'd die tomorrow, how would you spend your last day?
Sitting with my children and friend at Waldon Pond.

Who is your hero and why?
Roger Maris—the rest I only admire ----One other hero St John of the Cross a 14th century Catholic mystic

What kind of world ruler would you be?
I wouldn’t even think about that position.

What are you passionate about these days?
Truth---great art---

What do you do to unwind and relax?
Up until 10 years ago a vodka martini with a cig. Maybe two or four –a massage

How to find time to write as a parent?
They are older like 30 no problem.

Describe yourself in 5 words or less!
A stubborn demanding older Italian man.

When did you first consider yourself a writer?
Last week with the publication of my second novel

Do you have a favorite movie?
A French Novie Love Song---and a Japanese trilogy The Human Condition 1955

 As a writer, what would you choose as your mascot/avatar/spirit animal?
My best friend is a beagle named Buddy

What inspired you to write this book?
Me my passion for life---human pain and its condition

What can we expect from you in the future?
My third novel Exile which I am prepped for already it will complete the trilogy

Do you have any “side stories” about the characters?

They are real

Can you tell us a little bit about the characters in the books?
Michael 60 years old Ron a 20-year-old man who lives on the street and Carol a big breasted young woman who people make fun and laugh at.

Where did you come up with the names in the story?
They were real

What did you enjoy most about writing this book?
I felt new love again

Who designed your book covers?
A young Indian boy we did it all through emails I have such admiration for him he did an outstanding job

If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?
Not a word, love the whole thing so much it speaks to me and I hope it will speak to you

If your book was made into a film, who would you like to play the lead?
Colin Farrell and Tom Holland

Anything specific you want to tell your readers?
Read the book

How did you come up with the name of this book?
You have to read the book I'm not telling

If you could spend time with a character from your book, who would it be? And what would you do during that day?
All three, we would laugh cry and listen to Leonard Cohen and drink Martinis

Are your characters based off real people or did they all come entirely from your imagination?
both

If your book had a candle, what scent would it be?
Jasmine

What did you edit out of this book?
Nothing

Is there a writer which brain you would love to pick for advice? Who would that be and why?
Jack Kerouac On the Road I want to know what he sees

Thank you for inviting me I am waiting for my transition, but I will write some more –God Bless You All-------the face of God you will find in the mountains the trees the soil and the animals. 
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65 Comments
Marcy Meyer
8/14/2023 06:59:29 am

I enjoyed the post. The story sounds really interesting.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:34:19 pm

it has been fun i hope you get to read the book best lja

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Rita Wray
8/14/2023 09:30:00 am

Sounds like a good read.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:35:52 pm

the best rad i am so proud of my work thanks lja

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Nancy
8/14/2023 09:56:52 am

Sounds great

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:37:09 pm

I how i the author judge great but i am so proud of my work good read lja

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Susan Smith
8/14/2023 10:16:00 am

This sounds like a great Coming of Age story. I like the cover and excerpt.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:38:39 pm

the cover was designed by a young man--he exchanged idesa via the interent hope yu get achance to read it

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Beyond Comps
8/14/2023 10:34:12 am

Great cover!

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:39:39 pm

great cover real good book--i hope you get a chance to read it lja

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Bonita Hugh
8/14/2023 10:34:13 am

Very interesting, love the illustrated cover.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:41:30 pm

thank you i am very proud of the artist who executed the design as well as my work hope you get a chance ti read the book lja

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Cathy French
8/14/2023 10:45:19 am

Louis J. Ambrosio has an impressive resume.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:43:00 pm

andi have an impressive book --read it is fun and exciting lja

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Bea LaRocca
8/14/2023 11:07:19 am

I love the covers, synopses and excerpts, this is a must read book and series for me. Thank you for sharing your guest post, bio and books' details and for offering a giveaway, I have enjoyed reading about you and your work and I am looking forward to reading your stories

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:45:25 pm

thank you --the third book comes out in April end of....it is called exile half way there and i think this is also great thanks for your support. pleasse read it there are answers lja

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Alma Fisher
8/14/2023 11:27:55 am

Looks like a good read

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:46:53 pm

it is the best not becasue i wrote it what came from my soul. i hope you read my book lja

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beth shepherd
8/14/2023 01:35:31 pm

This looks like a great read!

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:48:07 pm

it is fun meaningful and takes you on a grat journey. read it if you like lja

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wendy hutton
8/14/2023 02:27:37 pm

this sounds like a good read

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:49:56 pm

its fun and adventurous --read it you will have a great time lja

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:29:11 pm

I think it is hope yu get a chance to experience the book thanks lja

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Terri Quick
8/14/2023 02:28:31 pm

Sounds good

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:52:44 pm

it is a lot of fun read it and telll me how you feel afterwards thansk lja

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:31:25 pm

i think you ll realy enjoy the book you should read it thansk lja

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Piroska
8/14/2023 06:44:12 pm

The book sounds like an interesting read. Great cover.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:55:10 pm

a little more than interesting the book had a road map to your truth and freedom read it lja

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David Basile
8/14/2023 06:46:26 pm

Looks interesting

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:56:06 pm

i hop you get a chance to read it lja

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Sherry
8/14/2023 07:55:29 pm

I really like the covers and excerpts

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:57:09 pm

if you liked the excerpts you ll love the book thanks lja

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Nancy
8/14/2023 09:51:20 pm

The cover of Reflections on the Boulevard is very attractive.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 03:58:11 pm

and what is inbetwween the cover is even more attractive thanks lja

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Jamie Martin link
8/14/2023 10:40:53 pm

Do you have any advice for new writers?

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 04:02:51 pm

I do write with passion take from your life check out the writing style of stream of consciousness dont rush 2-3 hours a day dont reread until the next day than make correction this will be you first pass. after your first writing that day do your spell and syntax corrections-finish the book re read it slowly and it goes to the editor. good luck and check out my book lja

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bn100
8/15/2023 12:13:48 am

interesting book

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 04:03:38 pm

thansk a nd take a peak lja

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Wendy Jensen
8/15/2023 02:23:10 pm

The book details sound like an interesting journey.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 04:06:38 pm

take the journedy it is a lot of fun thanks lja

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Barbara Montag
8/15/2023 06:35:52 pm

I like everything about this - genre title and cover!
Thank you for sharing it.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:34:11 pm

so do I love it all read the book. thanks lja

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Ellie Wright
8/16/2023 12:01:24 am

I enjoyed the excerpt. I'm looking forward to reading it.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:35:50 pm

if you loved the excerpts you ll go bananas over the book

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Danielle Day
8/16/2023 12:35:41 am

I like it!

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:37:15 pm

hope you get a chance to read it

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Carol G
8/16/2023 12:10:05 pm

This seems to be a little bit of a celebration of what used to be called the Grand Tour for sons of the wealthy with their tutors!

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:38:18 pm

no they are middle class and one is extremely inelligent thanks ljs

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MICHAEL A LAW
8/16/2023 05:52:42 pm

This looks like a very interesting novel.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:39:12 pm

it is and fun and a great adventure. lja

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Julie Feldermann
8/16/2023 08:07:38 pm

How long does it take to write a book?

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:40:22 pm

2 months to write one one to proof one one to edit thanks get achance read the book

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Jodi Hunter
8/17/2023 12:35:39 pm

Sounds like an incredible read.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:42:26 pm

incredible is the right word for thisbook lja

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Ann Fantom
8/20/2023 07:14:23 am

This sounds like an interesting book and I also like the cover.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 05:44:01 pm

the book is great a great buddy book thanks lja

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Jeanna Massman
8/21/2023 07:11:28 am

I love the cover art. It adds to the appeal of the book.

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/24/2023 04:05:24 pm

and so do my words appeal. thanks lja

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Daniel M
8/24/2023 05:56:58 pm

like the cover

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Louis Ambrosio link
8/25/2023 06:43:54 pm

WAIT TIL YOU SEE THE COVER OF THETHIRD BOOK ENDING THE TRILOGY

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Renata
8/31/2023 12:43:15 am

Souds good!

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Anne Perry
8/31/2023 09:38:22 am

Phones are tracked and tapped.

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Stephanie Larison
8/31/2023 09:58:53 am

Sounds great, I love a good fiction book. Can't wait to dive in deeper.

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Kaitlyn Walas
8/31/2023 09:07:27 pm

The cover is so pretty!

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Dreaa Drake
8/31/2023 10:42:43 pm

This sounds like a great book!

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