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"The Search"
By Richard Vinson on November 19, 2012
"European Son" chronicles a detached and rebellious young man as he searches for his identity through his manipulation of others. Each engaging encounter describes a narrow passage of his life and helps illuminate his conflicts which bring him nearer his transformation. This gripping novella delivers on many levels; it's both entertaining and thought provoking. Five stars!!!
Author's Comment: I wanted this to be a thought provoking read, and I'm glad it was for this reviewer.
5.0 out of 5 stars Shades of Seduction
By Sal Paradise on November 30, 2012
Love takes on many shapes in this novella. Triangles become squares and seem to interlock with other lines as the story unfolds. From its dysphoric main character, whose interaction with strangers becomes increasingly sinister, to its flashbacks of past events, foreshadowing a dramatic ending, this is certainly an engrossing read. The light poetry between scenes and pivotal moments really captures the mood of each chapter. I originally thought it was solely about love (or desire) and interwoven relationships, but I was pleasantly surprised. Indeed, I was reminded of The Stranger at times, frustrated at the diffidence of the main character who seems to wander through life, perhaps searching for the parental relationship he never had. A thoroughly enjoyable read.
Author's Comment: Camus' "The Stranger" was indeed an influence for me.
Intriguing Debut
By Glen Bob on January 25, 2013
Mr. Levy's first outing does for bisexuality what "Jaws" did for sharks ! It reads well,I ,in the parlance of a shark,devoured it in one bite.Very cinematic,given the locale of the tale and it's characters. Would highly recommend "European Son..."
Author's Comment: Several other readers, too, have told me that the book is very visual
and cinematic.
European Son by SteveRS on Nov. 24, 2012
Levy candy-coats nothing here and cuts right through to the soul, or more correctly, to a young man searching for his own. The length of the book belies the depth which at times is nearly elegiac. The author writes with such skill you are never quite taken over that edge into the abyss, continually pulling you back with a sense of hopefulness that the protagonist never seems to reach but finally realizes where it is if he wishes to find it. The brief poetry sprinkled throughout is simply breathtaking. A remarkable achievement. Bravo!
Author's Comment: A lovely review. And I'm so glad he liked the poetry.
By Richard Vinson on November 19, 2012
"European Son" chronicles a detached and rebellious young man as he searches for his identity through his manipulation of others. Each engaging encounter describes a narrow passage of his life and helps illuminate his conflicts which bring him nearer his transformation. This gripping novella delivers on many levels; it's both entertaining and thought provoking. Five stars!!!
Author's Comment: I wanted this to be a thought provoking read, and I'm glad it was for this reviewer.
5.0 out of 5 stars Shades of Seduction
By Sal Paradise on November 30, 2012
Love takes on many shapes in this novella. Triangles become squares and seem to interlock with other lines as the story unfolds. From its dysphoric main character, whose interaction with strangers becomes increasingly sinister, to its flashbacks of past events, foreshadowing a dramatic ending, this is certainly an engrossing read. The light poetry between scenes and pivotal moments really captures the mood of each chapter. I originally thought it was solely about love (or desire) and interwoven relationships, but I was pleasantly surprised. Indeed, I was reminded of The Stranger at times, frustrated at the diffidence of the main character who seems to wander through life, perhaps searching for the parental relationship he never had. A thoroughly enjoyable read.
Author's Comment: Camus' "The Stranger" was indeed an influence for me.
Intriguing Debut
By Glen Bob on January 25, 2013
Mr. Levy's first outing does for bisexuality what "Jaws" did for sharks ! It reads well,I ,in the parlance of a shark,devoured it in one bite.Very cinematic,given the locale of the tale and it's characters. Would highly recommend "European Son..."
Author's Comment: Several other readers, too, have told me that the book is very visual
and cinematic.
European Son by SteveRS on Nov. 24, 2012
Levy candy-coats nothing here and cuts right through to the soul, or more correctly, to a young man searching for his own. The length of the book belies the depth which at times is nearly elegiac. The author writes with such skill you are never quite taken over that edge into the abyss, continually pulling you back with a sense of hopefulness that the protagonist never seems to reach but finally realizes where it is if he wishes to find it. The brief poetry sprinkled throughout is simply breathtaking. A remarkable achievement. Bravo!
Author's Comment: A lovely review. And I'm so glad he liked the poetry.
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