Stunned by his wife's rebuff, Michael abruptly withdrew his extended arms and his huge smile diminished to a sheepish grin, accompanied by a twisting knot that had begun to form in the pit of his stomach. Clearly, but not yet obvious to Michael, was the look in Suzy's eyes that strongly said, 'This is the moment of reckoning.' Beautiful Suzy Cowan has loved her husband Michael since high school. Yet the passions of bygone school days are not enough for a maturing young woman in need of more. Seeking to discover and enrich herself, she is involuntarily captivated by the lure of another man's arms. Experiencing facets of intimacy she never knew existed, Suzy is torn between emotional starvation and a moral consciousness unwilling and unable to live a life of deception. Determined to explore the full spectrum of what lies ahead, she is convinced there is but one choice: divorce the only man she has ever loved. 50/50 Split offers a realistic portrait of a married couple's struggle to live beyond broken promises. grace of forgiveness, and the depths of two lovers' hearts, desperate to live beyond shattered dreams.

Once again, the provocatively engaging style of this true romantic has created a book that is sure to touch the hearts of his ever-increasing fans. Like reading passages from his personal diary From the Heart of a Man is a moving collection of letters and poems about Love, Romance and just a little Heartbreak.

"Wonderful Reminded me of one of my favorite compilations by Leonard Cohen and I thought he was a genius. Loved the mixture of passages, poetry, the variety, the sensuality...wow... took my breath away. For a man to express himself like this is an unexpected treat. This book is truly one of a kind " JJ Kennedy, MS/LMFT - Radio Personality - New York, NY

"Mizuno gives an intense account of manly desires. His stories are divided by beautiful fine-line images of lovers and touching poems with lines like, '... a cloud-like latte of tiny bubbles.' His voice reveals the ecstasy of a desire-filled teenager and the sensual expressions of Rumi. The book is positive and uplifting, and it is obvious to any reader that he adores and respects women. Bravo to Rick Mizuno for this ecstatic, sexy, sweet book." Marcielle Brandler, Educator/Producer and Author of The Breathing House: Imagist Poems - Pasadena, CA

An amazingly gifted writer, Rick's ability to create vivid images and articulate his inner feelings is a sensuous blend of simple eloquence and unabashed raw passion. As you read each original piece, you will begin to sense a personal connection with each passionate expression. Such a book as this may very well secure an endearing place on your bedside table.

Stunned by his wife's rebuff, Michael abruptly withdrew his extended arms and his huge smile diminished to a sheepish grin, accompanied by a twisting knot that had begun to form in the pit of his stomach. Clearly, but not yet obvious to Michael, was the look in Suzy's eyes that strongly said, 'This is the moment of reckoning.' Beautiful Suzy Cowan has loved her husband Michael since high school. Yet the passions of bygone school days are not enough for a maturing young woman in need of more. Seeking to discover and enrich herself, she is involuntarily captivated by the lure of another man's arms. Experiencing facets of intimacy she never knew existed, Suzy is torn between emotional starvation and a moral consciousness unwilling and unable to live a life of deception. Determined to explore the full spectrum of what lies ahead, she is convinced there is but one choice: divorce the only man she has ever loved. 50/50 Split offers a realistic portrait of a married couple's struggle to live beyond broken promises. grace of forgiveness, and the depths of two lovers' hearts, desperate to live beyond shattered dreams.