Official Review: On the Steps of St. Dymphna by Tony Rocco

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Re: Official Review: On the Steps of St. Dymphna by Tony Rocco

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What an interesting topic to discuss! Did John go mad or did he truly have an enlightening experience that turned his life around? Regardless of what caused this sudden shift in perspective, it goes to show that so many things happen in the mind before it is realized in the real world. Thank you so much for your intriguing and insightful review! Happy reading :techie-studyinggray:
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Great story about a common man, John, getting enlightenment. After he encountered the “magic bed," his life transforms into very different experiences in the role of Pastor John! His move of initiating “The New Life Church of the Godhead of the Bed” for the needy is to spread joy encourages reading in further. Looks a brilliant fiction in light language and superb imagination prose.
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Post by Sou Hi »

Thanks for your review. I've read the sample and found it quite humorous. I'm curious to see more of the bed's influence. Is it the reason John tries to commit suicide?
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Honestly, I doubt whether John had a genuine transformation to become a pastor. Maybe this novel will tell us more about him.
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I like fiction novels, and John trying to start a new life in spirituality, I think this is interesting, let me try it.
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This sounds interesting, and I'll say John could have gone mad.
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The story seems to be exciting, and the humor in it makes it even more captivating to read. I like that the book answers a number of questions that readers might have in mind. With it's well-drafted writing style and realistic events, this book is worth the time. Though I'm still debating as to whether I'll read the book or not. Congratulations on being the BOTD.
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I like the summary of this book. It's quite different from what I expected. I can't wait to read this book to find out what's going on with John. Wonderful review!
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"I could not be sure that John had really had an enlightening experience; neither could I be sure that he had gone mad."

Oh, this just makes me want to read this book already. I don't like the transgender vibes though. Great review!
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Very interesting books with captivating and transforming storyline. I think I'll love to read more about the story. Nice review
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This is my first time reading about absurdist fiction, and this book seems really very interesting. I will love to read this genre. John's character portrayal comes across as every bit real. Thanks for the review.
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This seems like a science fiction novel with many plot twists. It is great that you like this story. I will not read this book, though, as science fiction is not my genre. Nonetheless, thanks for the objective and detailed review.
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This seems very engaging and interesting. I find John’s character amusing I look forward to reading the book to find out his experience with the magic bed. Thanks for the review.
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I have never read a book with the genre absurdist fiction. It sounds intriguing, especially as it can be related to real life. There is always lessons to be learned. I am looking forward to it.
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I perceive complications in John's life. I think he had a real experience, maybe not authentic or well- understood. I don't know, and I wouldn't know until I read this interesting piece.
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