The overriding theme of this charming book is clairvoyance and its consequences. Grace, the twelve-year-old heroine, had been gifted with thisKNOWING
The overriding theme of this charming book is clairvoyance and its consequences. Grace, the twelve-year-old heroine, had been gifted with this ability. Problem is, being able to see into the future is not always a good thing, as Grace had discovered on several occasions. However, she dealt with it because she had no other options, and managed to live a relatively normal life. The reader gets to know her and her siblings quite well. However, her father, a pastor, is an enigma. He loves his children but is tyrannical to the point of being abusive. Especially with Grace.
All that Grace ever wanted was to be noticed and loved by her father but, try as she may, that was never accomplished. She also desired to be baptized, but he refused.
The descriptions in this novel are so detailed that one is transported to whichever particular locale Gracie explores. This first person tale is truly amazing in that there is nothing that interferes with the narrative. No action is "out of place." There is nothing that doesn't belong with that time or place.
The narrative flows so smoothly that even Gracie's language seems to change and grow as she matures.
It is a beautiful story, and I enjoyed every page of it.
Please, Ms. Edwards, keep writing. You are a consummate writer, and very much appreciated.
Never before have I given a five star rating to a book of which I had only read 9%. However, this book is special in many ways, and if THINK ABOUT IT!
Never before have I given a five star rating to a book of which I had only read 9%. However, this book is special in many ways, and if the beginning is any indication of the author's thoughts and reflections, it merits this rating. I eagerly await my future readings of this splendid work.
Like the Bible, it can be opened to any page, and the passage will resonate with most people at various times in their life. Each passage stands by itself and is not dependent upon what had preceded it. Therefore, although I am in the midst of reading two other books, I pick this one up sporadically, read a few passages, and am not confused about plot and characters. Although the book was written in a manner easy to understand, it is anything but simplistic; it is profound and replete with wisdom. Further, it should be read slowly so that the reader may absorb the words and delight in the meditations of Aurelius. I have done much highlighting in order to remember certain passages, and I know I will reread them throughout the years.
Once again, my friend Steve Sckenda has recommended quality literature to his GR friends for which I thank him most sincerely.
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