This image is the cover for the book Hold Back the Dawn

Hold Back the Dawn

In the early stages of Northwestern United States’ development, life presented formidable challenges on physical, emotional, and social fronts. With minimal laws in place, maintaining law and order was uncertain, while prejudice against Native Americans prevailed. Yet, as we all understand, persistence and unwavering dedication to one’s goals can yield remarkable rewards.

However, for our main character, achieving his initial objectives revealed a disappointing reality. Through this realization, he undergoes a transformative journey, maturing along the way and setting his sights on a revised ambition. Amidst the stressful situations they confront, the characters demonstrate unwavering courage, displaying loyalty and a sense of responsibility towards their friends and family. Their close-knit bond may leave readers yearning to be a part of their extraordinary group or inspire them to emulate such values in their own lives.

Although most of us may not face circumstances as depicted in this book, the underlying principles that foster a civilized society remain applicable and teachable on a daily basis. Discover the timeless lessons embedded within the pages, guiding readers to embrace courage, loyalty, and responsibility in their personal interactions. Join the characters on their extraordinary journey as they navigate a challenging era and uncover how their experiences can inspire readers to live their lives with integrity and compassion.

In this captivating tale of triumph and growth, explore the virtues that form the bedrock of a civilized society, and let the story’s echoes resonate within, encouraging us all to strive for a better tomorrow.

Vincent Di Vincenzo

Writing runs in Mary’s family as her father was a writer. However, his flair was business and technical writing. Her brother has also tried his hand at fictional stories. She had a good grounding in English in school. Reading most of the classics was required. She especially loved Shakespeare.


In no way a comparison to him, but she writes verses as well.


Vincent Di Vincenzo goes back a long way with the Makah Tribe. While in the Air Force, in 1953, he was stationed at a base that was on their Reservation. At that time, he met a girl who he married. The marriage lasted 36 years, until she passed away in 1991. He also, on occasion, met many of the old whalers that told him many stories about their life at sea. Their bold experiences truly inspired the author to write this story.

Austin Macauley Publishers