Review of McDowell

[Chimezie Agbata]

[Following is a volunteer review of "McDowell" by William H. Coles.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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It is not common to come across a book that provokes so many thoughts and even gives you an emotional surge. I must say McDowell by William H. Coles falls into the category of intriguing books that have made it to the top of my library. This may be a fiction book, but there is so much about this book that blends with the current reality of our society. For a reader to get the most out of this book, he or she has to be patient and open-minded and not be overwhelmed by the emotions that come with the beginning chapters of this book. William H. Coles has brilliantly taken me through a gradual but engaging journey through the life of Hiram McDowell. Don't miss out on this book.

The beginning pages of this book introduce a character who may be considered the main character of the story. In 1981, Hiram abandoned his climbing partner, Erick Woolf, to the freezing temperatures of the Himalayas. This occurred after snatching what was left of Woolf's oxygen supply. This would definitely leave a strong impression of this character in the mind of any reader. You should know more about Hiram. The author further introduces other characters such as Billie and his relationship with his stepsister Tasha, Paige Sterling, a competent journalist who reports on healthcare and on the achievements of Hiram McDowell, the president of the Board of Regents of the International College of Surgeons, and more. Read this book to find out more about the relationship between these characters and how much they contributed to this story.

This book obviously proved the authors talent and creativity. I have come across a few books of this kind and seen how writers fail to handle complex plots. William did so well by featuring so many characters and managing them so well to keep the story flowing. The characters used in this book are well-rounded, and most readers would relate to them very easily. Following Hiram's journey to self-discovery has helped me understand people's personalities more, as this book is not so far from reality. This book discusses some social issues such as bad parenting, child negligence, fraud, mass shootings, and more. I could not get enough of this book.

I just had one minor issue with this book. For the sake of convenience, I would have loved it more if the chapters were listed in the table of contents, and if possible, these chapters should be titled. This would make it easier to continue where I left off after a break. Aside from this, this book was well edited, and I could not find any errors in it.

I will rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. I recommend this book to all lovers of fiction and anyone who desires an intriguing read for relaxation.

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McDowell
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[Nicky Rita]

The story has a strong emotional impact, leaving the reader with much to ponder.

[David Samanthaa]

The character of McDowell is one of the most complex and intriguing protagonists I've encountered in recent fiction. Coles' portrayal of his journey from arrogance to humility is both realistic and inspiring. "McDowell" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys character-driven stories.