I expected a story that was written with a more mature heroine. Cassandra behaves in ways that are far more juvenile than her actual ageDisappointing
I expected a story that was written with a more mature heroine. Cassandra behaves in ways that are far more juvenile than her actual age. Meanwhile older sister Sephie goes to the other extreme. The tracking of the stalker is ridiculous. Never mind that Cassie takes insane risks when she isn’t pushing things to the back of her mind. One minute she’s obsessed with an idea, the next she’s off on a disconnected adventure. The entire scene in the park with Evie is pointless. Little details are annoying enough to be mentioned. Ice cream at an outside birthday picnic is going to melt on a hot day, cooler or not. Dad thinks it’s a good idea for Sephie to get a summer job despite his possessiveness and their bizarre relationship. The parents monitor the girls like prison guards some of the time but go away overnight. It’s unlikely the police would be called to a middle school about a first offense stolen lipstick. And Dad, who always tells the girls not to attract attention, thinks it’s amusing when Cassie gets into trouble. All in all many small flaws and inconsistencies lead to an unsatisfying read. ...more
During these uncertain times when we are all isolating and staying home, a good fairy tale is a perfect diversion. “The Power of Love” by Karen J. MosDuring these uncertain times when we are all isolating and staying home, a good fairy tale is a perfect diversion. “The Power of Love” by Karen J. Mossman is the ideal selection to draw you away from the unpleasant news of the day and into a world where magic is real. Beginning with childhood friends Jorge and Josie, the story sets the tone for the tale with the mysterious ability Jorge possesses. Every day the King of the land plays beautiful music for all to hear. Jorge not only hears the sounds, he sees the notes as they rain magically down from the sky. Josie is amazed by Jorge’s hidden ability. The boy had been warned by his parents never to reveal his secret. They didn’t want him to appear different from the other children in the village. At least that was what they told Jorge. Mossman leaves the door open to the possibility there is more to Jorge’s skill than they are telling. As the young friends grow older Jorge realizes he will someday marry Josie. He doesn’t keep any secrets from her. When he decides he must visit the castle and watch the King play he is forbidden by his parents. But he tells Josie he plans to go and she says she will accompany him. When he finally confronts his parents with his plans to go to the castle they resignedly reveal a secret they have kept since he was a baby. This secret increases his desire to go to see the King play and he and Josie soon set off on their journey. Only a select number of people are permitted to watch the King make music daily and they must wait several days before reaching the front of the long line and being chosen. What follows is a sweetly remarkable story of timeless love. Mossman captures the essence of a fairy tale well told. The characters are engaging, the story magical and mysterious, and the conclusion is positive and satisfying. With an eye-catching cover designed by the talented Paul White, “The Power of Love” reminds readers of the tenderness of childhood stories in adult terms....more
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