Stephanie’s Comments (group member since May 12, 2014)

Stephanie’s comments from the Net Work Book Club group.

Great crime novel. First Night of Summer by Landon Parham
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Very impressive debut novel--much better than some other seasoned authors that I am currently reading. It was heart-wrenching, yet strangely uplifting. As a parent, I was almost afraid to read it, but quite glad I did. Once I got over the darkness of the topic, the death of a young girls, I found this story to be compelling and absolutely breath-taking. Each and every word carries with it dramatic twists and turns that leave you on the edge of your seat. I felt such a strong emotional bond to all the characters. I cried, laughed, contemplated, and screamed when I read this. It really woke me up--I didn't realize I had gotten so routine in my reading choices. I just loved it. Even though it was sad, this book had something that made you find happiness through the dark cruelty of our world and understand life in a way I never did. My heart goes out to all the families that must endure these horrific tragedies. Truly amazing and wonderful--leaving me gasping for air.