They came from everywhere
Over here and over there
The mail, the phone, in the mall
Unsolicited, one and all
Get them one, two or ten
Don’t wait—pick up the pen
It’s a simply wonderful game
All you do is sign your name
Now jump for joy, and yell, hooray!
Cause baby they’re on their way
Dillards, Penneys to name a few
Visa, Mastercard and Amex Blue
Do it now, live the American dream
Stand right up and let out a scream
Whatever you want, no money down
You’ve got credit all over town
Sit back, watch your dreams come true
Not a worry now, only pennies due
For Moses it was manna from the Lord
But for us today, plastic is our sword
Now its silver, gold and platinum too
Macy’s, Sears to name just two
Cars, clothes, a ten day cruise
Gambling, clubs and lots of booze
You’ve got it all and then some more
Until the bills flood in the door
It cannot be, I didn’t spend that much
Just a few odds and ends and such
Eighteen, Twenty, Twenty-four
Interest, interest, bills galore!
Oh my God, it’s all a scam
To steal my life, I’m in a jam
Collectors call day and night,
Every balance out of sight
I can’t sleep, or even think,
Go to work—I need a drink
My lover scorns me, yells and screams
God, what happened to all our dreams?
Letters, calls, demanding blood,
From my lover’s eyes there is a flood
Now she’s gone, couldn’t take the heat
I’m here alone, tired and beat
Bankruptcy. Is that all that’s left for me?
I can’t believe it, I just didn’t see
But now I do, clear as glass
I fell in love with cold, hard cash
Visa, Mastercard, Amex Blue
Lucifer got his due
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What the critics said about Plastic Gods.
"This is easily one of the most exciting fiction novels of the year. . . ."
"Plastic Gods is a suspense packed thrill ride through the worlds of power politics, the legal system, and finance. This is a very well written book that draws the reader into the storyline and doesn't let them go until the very end. I had to read the entire book at one setting to see how Matt would resolve his problems. ... An excellent story, masterfully done, and recommended for those who like a good suspense story. Harold McFarlen * Amazon.com * Top 50 Amazon Reviewers (#39)
"Non-stop plotting action makes Plastic Gods’ a book you can't put down...."
". . . Manchee offers the reader a peek into a side of banking and credit most of us never realized might exist."
One of Manchee’s best Plastic Gods is a nail biter. From the opening paragraphs when Rich Coleman reflects over his own life and muses about his son’s surprising decision to become an attorney through the whole action packed tale we follow Matt on his headstrong journey into a life he never expected. Matt’s impulsive determination carry him and those with whom he associates into jeopardy, lethal danger and a crassness the naïve young man never suspected existed Molly Martin, Booklore.co.uk
"Action aficionados will not be disappointed, and although the book is a work of fiction, its theme is tantalizing."
". . . a surprising and unpredictable ride that keeps you in constant suspense as what is around the next bend. . . . Action aficionados will not be disappointed, and although the book is a work of fiction, its theme is tantalizing. It is sure to leave many a reader thinking about some of the unsavory banking practices pertaining to credit card marketing and what is looming behind closed doors of these institutions. Robert P. Goldman, The Best Reviews
"Non-stop plotting action makes Plastic Gods’ a book you can't put down...."
"As an expert at bankruptcy laws, and having practiced it in his field for a quarter of a century, author William Manchee has penned his second exciting novel featuring lawyer Rich Coleman and his son, Matt. . . . While the subject matter might seem daunting and somewhat uninteresting, such isn’t the case. In fact, credit cards and enormous debt makes for a unique premise, for many of us are caught in that trap already. Well-drawn characters and a nearly perfect balance between narrative and dialog make this ‘financial thriller’ a winner." Denise Clark, Denise's Pieces Book Reviews
". . . Manchee offers the reader a peek into a side of banking and credit most of us never realized might exist."
One of Manchee’s best Plastic Gods is a nail biter. From the opening paragraphs when Rich Coleman reflects over his own life and muses about his son’s surprising decision to become an attorney through the whole action packed tale we follow Matt on his headstrong journey into a life he never expected. Matt’s impulsive determination carry him and those with whom he associates into jeopardy, lethal danger and a crassness the naïve young man never suspected existed Molly Martin, Booklore.co.uk
"Action aficionados will not be disappointed, and although the book is a work of fiction, its theme is tantalizing."
". . . a surprising and unpredictable ride that keeps you in constant suspense as what is around the next bend. . . . Action aficionados will not be disappointed, and although the book is a work of fiction, its theme is tantalizing. It is sure to leave many a reader thinking about some of the unsavory banking practices pertaining to credit card marketing and what is looming behind closed doors of these institutions. Robert P. Goldman, The Best Reviews
