Review of McDowell

[Badger Martin]

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

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5 out of 5 stars

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This book explores the themes of morality, redemption, and the profound impact of one's choices. The story revolves around Hiram McDowell, a successful yet ethically flawed surgeon, whose life journey plunges the readers of this book into their emotions and helps them further understand the implications of their actions and decisions. This is a fiction book that would get any reader hooked from start to finish.

The book is divided into two distinct and well-developed parts, each highlighting different phases of Hiram's life. Initially, Hiram is portrayed as an ambitious and self-centered surgeon deeply involved in his professional and personal pursuits and his quest for higher status. This was evident in the incident that occurred in the Himalayas in 1981. His relentless drive alienates friends, colleagues, and family members. However, as the story progresses, Hiram's past actions catch up with him, leading to a series of troubles as the narrative soon shifts to a transformative journey of self-reflection, redemption, and change.

As I read through this book, the story was filled with a rollercoaster of different emotions, which kept my attention glued to this book. The emotional depth and complexity of the characters in this story, particularly Hiram, were an evident portrayal of the author's creativity and skillful writing. His relationships with his children, especially Sophie, added depth to the story. This book’s exploration of family dynamics and personal transformation is compelling, as I derived so many lessons on the importance of balancing work life with family life and ambition. I enjoyed the gradual and steady flow of the story and how the author creatively introduced the character in such a way that the reader didn’t lose the vibe.

The author's writing was very easy to understand, as there were no noticeable grammatical errors. This book was well-edited, and the organization was worthy of commendation. This book was worth my time, and I have no reason to deduct a star. I also did not find any negativity or dislike in this book.

I will rate this book, McDowell by William H. Coles, 5 out of 5 stars. I recommend this book to all lovers of nonfiction and those who are intentional about being a better version of themselves.

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McDowell
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