Doc The Poker Guy
“Seeking Hidden Treasures: A Collection of Curious Tales and Essays,” a collection of mystery short stories and essays that explore luck and odd occurrences through the lens of faith. Humorous, heartfelt and cleverly composed, each of the twelve short stories and five essays invites readers along on a hunt for riches, both material and spiritual.
After retiring from a busy career as an endocrinologist and pharmaceutical researcher, Dr. Magner finally had the time to put the pen to paper on the mystery stories he always dreamed of writing. From searching for buried treasure and securing gold from a shipwreck to smuggling assets past Nazis, the book is full of intriguing plots and captivating characters as well as insightful reflection into the human condition. Magner’s essays, too, prompt readers to think deeply about the nature of existence and the drive to discover treasure that gives life meaning. His book is described as “[a] set of cheerful works about searching for gold of all kinds” by Kirkus Reviews.