After retiring from his surgical practice, Dr. Stucki now divides his time between his hobby ranch (including four horses), writing novels, teaching at the local university, volunteering at the Doctors Free Clinic, two playful Labrador puppies, and his wife. Wisely, he refuses to divulge which demands more of his time and which he finds more enjoyable.

Firstlings of the Flock is Dr. Stucki's eighth novel and second with Austin Macauley.