This gem of a book has many facets -- one side classic literary hero,
another side timeless love story, another side mythical quest, on and on
depending on the reader's perspective. All hard ice at its center and
glinting fire around the edges, its brilliance reflects the turmoil
across the lives of three friends as that of everyman.
That a writer is able to capture all of this depth in a
first novel reveals a notable level of maturity towards his craft. One
quickly cares about the characters -- two writers and an actress -- and
soon comes to know them as old friends. Book lovers and writers will
ponder its razor-edge sharpness and crystalline clarity long after the
second or third reading.
Book clubs take note: great fodder for discussion found herein!
--Judy S.
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