Complex relationships, dynamic writing and a journey through Bali like no other: Bali Wave Ghost is an unforgettable reading experience. Dynamic, sensual and darkly humorous, Black's fifth book guarantees a wild ride for the armchair traveler.

Twenty years after the act of terrorism that claimed the life of his wife and many others, American Odie Holmes is back. Friendless, and with his career as a reality TV star a bitter joke, he decides to make a fresh start in Bali. Love unexpectedly enters his life and he plods forward with cautious optimism. He learns about "the real Bali" in places like Kuta, Sanur, Kerobokan and Ubud. Although he finds himself on the same wavelength as his neighbors, the lifestyle of his Balinese/Russian/Dutch partner creates friction. Ultimately, however, it is the inner workings of Odie's mind that provide the spark that makes Bali Wave Ghost a captivating story and a unique portrait of the Island of the Gods.

“A mad work of genius…”
-Richard E. Lewis,
life-long resident of Bali and author of Bones of the Dark Moon, the acclaimed bestselling novel about 1960s war-torn Bali

“Henry Miller is alive and well and living in Bali!”
-Diego Lopez,
publisher of Nusa magazine/founder of Nusa surfwear

"an original story and voice; precise and enjoyable"
-Stuart Rankin,
director/editor for independent productions/network television

"a tropical bouquet; exquisite and threatening..."
-Lee A. Meiser,
editor/writer

Video interview with Stephen Black about Bali Wave Ghost and more...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC2nvskLDHI

Other books by Stephen Black include the bestseller I Ate Tiong Bahru, as well as Furikake, Contact With Shadow, Laphet and Obama Search Words