The Black Onyx Ring

is a story of triumph over adversity. It is the story of Gus Schmidt, a quiet little man from rural Springville, Pennsylvania who struggles with death, depression, divorce, addiction and financial ruin. Determined to turn his life around and armed with the inspiration to write a book given to him in a dream, Gus sets out to face the losses of his past and bring healing to his heart. is a book that will leave the reader questioning where reality ends, and dreams, inspirations, and miracles begin. It is a book within a book, and the strategies revealed within not only bring renewed faith to Gus, but will to the reader as well.