Forest of Fortune tells the story of three haunted souls-an alcoholic, an epileptic, and a gambling addict-who try to turn their luck around at a decrepit Indian casino. But something's not right at Thunderclap Casino. As the three of them come to terms with the ways in which they are haunted by the past and struggle with their addictions, they must confront the malevolent force that won't rest until old wrongs have been made right.
"[One of] Six Must-Read Books to Finish Out the Summer."
Los Angeles Magazine
"Ruland combines dark humor with a thorough understanding of human frailty in this offbeat gothic gambling tale."
Kirkus Reviews
"Ruland brilliantly blends the darkly comedic crime fiction sensibilities of Charles Willeford with creepy paranormal undertones a la Dean Koontz in his addictively readable debut... Powered by adept characterization, darkly lyrical prose, and an unexpected but oh-so-perfect ending, this is the literary equivalent of a slot machine jackpot."
