THE BURN -- A synopsis -- by Michael C. McPherson THE BURN is the story of monozygotic twins. These twins are able to communicate with each other by means of telepathy. They are also gifted with telekinetic abilities. Their names are Jeffrey and Jonathan. Jonathan is the antagonist. Jonathan is an invalid who is filled with bitterness. In his earlier years, Jonathan was molested and is now seeking revenge not only against those who have harmed him but against anyone who considers standing in his way. Jeffrey, who is a confused individual and in trouble with the law, suddenly sees the light and begins to change his ways. But his brother Jonathan will not allow him to do it. He begins to manipulate Jeffrey, controlling his thoughts and his will. A mysterious murder takes place in a Youth Centre and Jeffrey suddenly falls under suspicion. What follows is another suspicious death, one believed to be caused by spontaneous human combustion. The Police don't buy this story and it looks like Jeffrey will be spending the rest of his days in jail if someone doesn't hurry and absolve him from blame. Our protagonists are Leona Hampton, the mother of the two boys, and her boyfriend, Dan Tobias. Together they seek out the real perp involved, do anything to prove Jeffrey innocent of all charges. It is not long before it is discovered that not only is Jeffrey being manipulated by his brother, but also another boy by the name of Kevin Kellogg. It soon develops into a battle of the minds. If Jeffrey and Kevin fall victim to Jonathan's will, there'll be more deaths, more people destroyed by being set on fire. Jonathan is angry. Jonathan will get even. Jonathan will continue to kill unless he's stopped. Leona and Dan, along with Jeffrey, eventually overcome the evil. But not before several people pay the ultimate price. THE BURN is the story of a family overcoming colossal troubles in their lives and becoming closer because of it. It is a tale of love and devotion, of horror, and people whom survive a crisis and learn to grow as a family. THE BURN is a tale of survival and of people helping people.