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Review of Yesterday
[Following is a volunteer review of "Yesterday" by Samyann.]
Yesterday by Samyann is not one, but two stories intricately woven together. One, in present-day Chicago involving easygoing Officer Mark Callahan and reluctant Amanda Parker who cross paths after a freak train accident-an incident with surprising after-effects. The other follows the horrors of the Civil War and the Chicago Fire of 1871 through the eyes of an impressionable child from long ago. Both tell tales of how loss can crush one’s hope for future happiness and how unconditional love can heal all wounds, both old and new.
From beginning to end, this book utilized in-depth language to describe everything within. It allowed for a clear image of what characters and environments looked like and an accurate feeling of emotions expressed. Also, specific emotions, mainly grief, loss, and healing were depicted amazingly realistic. Books are an escape. Because of that, authors will commonly steer clear of authentic material and present stories full of exaggeration and engaging impossibilities. While a fan of such writing, I do appreciate the rawness embedded within Yesterday. Love and healing are rarely pristine, linear journies. That’s what makes it human and all the more gratifying when the two come together. Samyann excelled at achieving this exact feat.
I think highly of this book but was disappointed by the ending. The plot and everything within were expertly developed with a steady build of emotion that fell flat while concluding the overall work. What teased as a promising climactic finale, delivered something much milder. Continued intentional story elaboration and emotional stimulation would result in a better conclusion. Other than that, nothing else would be noted as negative.
If I rated this book, I would give it a 3 out of 4 stars. The relationships and overall narrative are quite memorable. The almost entire lack of grammar and spelling errors proves to make this book an exceptional piece of work. Because of the ending, I didn’t believe it was the best it could be and decided to give it less than a perfect score. Ultimately it was an easy read with likable characters and a well-connected storyline that kept me engaged throughout. I would highly recommend this book.
Those who are interested in a steadfast love story intertwined with an intriguing mystery would appreciate this book. There are dual perspectives and repetitive time shifts in this, as well as mentions of attempted rape, and instances of death. Anyone who finds these unlikable or is sensitive to them should be cautious.
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Yesterday
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Yesterday by Samyann is not one, but two stories intricately woven together. One, in present-day Chicago involving easygoing Officer Mark Callahan and reluctant Amanda Parker who cross paths after a freak train accident-an incident with surprising after-effects. The other follows the horrors of the Civil War and the Chicago Fire of 1871 through the eyes of an impressionable child from long ago. Both tell tales of how loss can crush one’s hope for future happiness and how unconditional love can heal all wounds, both old and new.
From beginning to end, this book utilized in-depth language to describe everything within. It allowed for a clear image of what characters and environments looked like and an accurate feeling of emotions expressed. Also, specific emotions, mainly grief, loss, and healing were depicted amazingly realistic. Books are an escape. Because of that, authors will commonly steer clear of authentic material and present stories full of exaggeration and engaging impossibilities. While a fan of such writing, I do appreciate the rawness embedded within Yesterday. Love and healing are rarely pristine, linear journies. That’s what makes it human and all the more gratifying when the two come together. Samyann excelled at achieving this exact feat.
I think highly of this book but was disappointed by the ending. The plot and everything within were expertly developed with a steady build of emotion that fell flat while concluding the overall work. What teased as a promising climactic finale, delivered something much milder. Continued intentional story elaboration and emotional stimulation would result in a better conclusion. Other than that, nothing else would be noted as negative.
If I rated this book, I would give it a 3 out of 4 stars. The relationships and overall narrative are quite memorable. The almost entire lack of grammar and spelling errors proves to make this book an exceptional piece of work. Because of the ending, I didn’t believe it was the best it could be and decided to give it less than a perfect score. Ultimately it was an easy read with likable characters and a well-connected storyline that kept me engaged throughout. I would highly recommend this book.
Those who are interested in a steadfast love story intertwined with an intriguing mystery would appreciate this book. There are dual perspectives and repetitive time shifts in this, as well as mentions of attempted rape, and instances of death. Anyone who finds these unlikable or is sensitive to them should be cautious.
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Yesterday
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