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Maria Santos, sixteen and claiming to be a pregnant virgin seeks refuge in Leo’s lab after escaping her father Gustavo’s violent reaction to the news. Gabriel, Maria’s “holy parrot,” attests that Maria is nothing less than the mother of a new savior. As news of the pregnancy spreads, people belonging to different religions arrive in the tiny village to seek Maria’s blessings. Robin O’Leary, a mythologist, guides Maria to ‘channel’ Gabriel’s divine messages, turning her into a spiritual leader and healer. Among Maria’s detractors is her former boyfriend Pablo’s family. When the divine parrot disappears, Maria’s life too seems to be in danger. Was Maria's parrot a prophesier of divine intervention or a prop in a desperate deception?
A captivating mystery that seamlessly weaves elements of culture, religion, science, and human emotion. Set in the idyllic Caribbean coast, the novel resonates with truths that may be lies and secrets potentially never revealed. Australian scientist, Leo, must either protect Maria and her astonishing claim or reveal the truth in his head-spinning tale of divine intervention.
"This book gets an easy 5 out of 5 stars from me. It was extremely hard to put down, and the characters became as familiar as old friends."
~Literary Titan
"Angel A’s HOLY PARROT is a well-written, compelling novel with an engaging story line and characters with depth, interesting motivations, and lots of personality."
~Florence Osmund for IndieReader
"Holy Parrot ideally will assume an active role in any book club or reader group interested in the intersection between science and faith, the resulting drive for a better life, and the miracles that can power such convictions."
~D. Donovan, Sr. Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
“Author Angel A knows how to keep readers in the palm of his hand, delivering a superb range of dramatic highs and lows that come from some really surprising and eye-opening clashes of opinion and belief.”
~K.C. Finn for Readers’ Favorite
“It's not often I'm surprised by a novel. And I read A LOT! But, in the case of Holy Parrot, I thought, “Yes, that's a remarkably original plot.”
~The Wishing Shelf
“Holy Parrot is an unpredictable read that celebrates the human spirit over conventional skepticism. We recommend it for readers wanting something distinctively crafted by a gifted author.”
~AuthorsReading
“In smooth and polished prose, Angel A compellingly examines the myriad and sometimes opposing ways in which humans deal with the challenges of life and faith, questioning our over reliance on science and scientific methods and our doubt and distrust about more traditional streams of knowledge, especially those of non-European origin.”
~Publishers Weekly Booklife
“Overall, Holy Parrot is a flawless book with a lot to offer. I highly recommend Angel A’s Holy Parrot to anyone and everyone. People who love reading about culture, history, religion, science, and nature will love this captivating novel.”
~Kajori Sheryl Paul at The Chrysalis BREW Project
“Readers who appreciate books exploring culture, religion, and the mysteries of the universe … will find Holy Parrot to be a mesmerizing addition to their shelves.”
~Books For Humanity Global
“Angel A creates a resounding metaphor for life’s indecisions through the story's central protagonist, Mary Poser, whose uncertainty in life and love becomes a catalyst for her personal transformation.”
~The BookLife Prize
2023 The Brew Seal of Excellence
2023 Literary Titan 5-star book award
2023 Readers' Favorite 5-star book award
2023 Indie BRAG Medallion
2023 Firebird Book Award Winner (three categories)
2023 Nautilus Silver Book Award Winner
2023 International Impact Book Awards Winner
2023 Hawthorn Prize Finalist
2023 Maxy Awards Finalist
2023 London Book Festival Runner-Up
2023 New York Book Festival Runner-Up
2023 Awesome Indies 5-star book award
2023 Florida Authors And Publishers Association bronze award
2023 COVR Visionary Fiction Award Winner
2023 San Francisco Book Awards Honorable Mention
2023 Awesome Indies Seal of Excellence
2023 Living Now Silver Evergreen Book Medal For Fiction
Angel A is an Australian writer, filmmaker, and chiropractor who creates "stories that heal." His award-winning debut Mary Poser (SOVAS audiobook finalist) and second novel Holy Parrot explore "Angel's Leap" moments—when characters must choose between defeat or authentic transformation. Film directing, he won the Special Jury Remi Award at WorldFest-Houston. Drawing on 30 years of clinical experience, his work asks readers to recognize their patterns and live authentically. Stories that heal.
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"Three decades as a healer taught me: our deepest pain isn't physical—it's the gap between who we are and who we pretend to be. I write about "Angel's Leap" moments when characters must choose between defeat or authentic transformation. If you're trapped by expectations, paralyzed by imposter syndrome, or ready to stop pretending, these stories will mirror your journey. Readers tell me my books changed them."
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About the author
Angel A is an Australian writer and filmmaker who shares insights and experiences of varied cultures through narratives that are compelling, inspiring and insightful. Mary Poser was Angel’s highly awarded first novel. Angel’s passion for writing screenplays and novels reveals a richly diverse world of conflict, love and hope.
