A Life Recorded
The story of Petra is a tapestry woven from the threads of a changing world. Set against the backdrop of the early 1900s, this narrative captures the quiet resilience and profound beauty of a life lived in the shadow of colonial history. Through her eyes, we witness the intricate dance between tradition and the dawn of a new era, preserving a legacy that speaks to the soul of the Philippines.
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Welcome to my complete collection of ebooks. You are invited to filter by series or specific genre to discover The Petra Story, The Shadows Trilogy, my science fiction adventures, and various business titles. Whether you are looking for a journey through the past or insights for the future, you will find a narrative here that resonates with your curiosities.
Within these digital shelves, you can travel from the evocative colonial landscapes of the early 20th century Philippines to the gritty suspense of modern-day investigations. Every book is a labor of love, designed to transport you across time and space. Take a moment to browse the different categories and find the specific story that currently calls to you.
From deeply researched historical archives to imaginative leaps into the unknown, my library reflects a diverse range of passions. Whether you are following Petra through a world of colonial transition or studying the intricacies of modern commerce, each volume offers a unique window into the human experience and the legacies we leave behind.
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The Storyteller Behind The Books
Mario Cornista Ochon is a Filipino author whose life journey—from engineering and business to storytelling—inspires his deeply personal and culturally rooted narratives.
The Shadows Trilogy
Book 1.
Shadows Over Tacloban
In the shadows of 1974 Tacloban, silence is survival. Detective Ramon “Mon” Santos returns home under Martial Law, only to be pulled into the suspicious death of a powerful businessman whose secrets run deep beneath the city’s surface.
As Mon investigates, he uncovers a web of corruption tied to politicians, military officers, and hidden fortunes buried beneath “progress” projects in Leyte. With his sister Lina and reporter Luz dela Vega at his side, he must decide how much he is willing to risk in a city where fear is currency and truth can get you killed.
Book I: The Shadows Series
Book 2.
Shadows of Limasawa
The raid was silent. The theft was precise. The consequences are just beginning. When a military unit seizes a centuries-old heirloom from the Cordero family, Detective Ramon “Mon” Santos suspects more than routine confiscation. What was taken is a key to something buried on the island of Limasawa—something dangerous. As Mon investigates, he uncovers a hidden network determined to control the past before it can resurface. Ancient copperplates, records of land and power before colonization, threaten to rewrite everything.
Book II The Shadows Series
Book 3.
Shadows of Manila
Manila has survived every regime by learning when not to speak.
When a prestigious exhibition threatens to expose a buried truth, investigator Mon Santos finds himself fighting not for justice, but for time itself. As his sister’s reputation is quietly dismantled and a powerful general moves to reclaim a dangerous legacy, Marina Cordero must decide how much history can be revealed without being destroyed.
In a city where silence is policy and memory is currency, Shadows of Manila closes the Shadow trilogy with precision and restraint—an unsettling meditation on power, custody, and the truths that survive by remaining unseen.
Book III The Shadows Series
Voices of the Colonial Era
“A masterfully woven tapestry of history and personal resilience. Petra’s journey is a testament to the spirit of the Philippines during a transformative century.”
rachelle t.M.
“The prose is evocative and the setting is rendered with such atmospheric precision. This is historical fiction at its most immersive and authentic.”
IRISH M.T.
“Petra’s story is not just a biography, but a window into the colonial experience. A beautifully crafted and deeply moving read.”
luzminda d.v.
EARLY READERS SAYS:
" A heartfelt and beautifully written story."
" You can feel the world of Petra come alive."
