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Review of A Sundance

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "A Sundance" by Robert Nissan.]
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Something horrible is going on in Hot Springs, South Dakota. This seems to have begun and spread from the area around Sundance Park. Dr. Russ Nichols started treating patients who have repeating horrible dreams, and some of these nightmares have been similar in multiple patients. People have been behaving inappropriately, and animals and birds have begun displaying unusually aggressive behaviors. Dr. Nichols is puzzled about what could possibly be causing these aberrations. Could it be contamination in the water from a local plant? Several wells have already been shut down due to excessive toxins. Although he normally wouldn’t believe in it, he is beginning to wonder if some supernatural evil could be playing a role. His investigation into Sundance Park’s history reveals fascinating information that may be relevant to what is happening.

A mysterious and gorgeous young woman, Evelyn Spearing, has just moved to town. She possesses secret mystical abilities that have been passed down for generations in her family. She knows something bad is coming and is trying to find out how to fight it. Samuel Lone Eagle, a 92-year-old holy man, lives on a nearby reservation. He also senses trouble is coming and thinks he knows what it is. He has experienced a vision of Evelyn’s arrival and believes her help will be needed to fight the evil.

This is a re-review of A Sundance by Robert Nissan, which is a 289-page mystery/thriller with romantic and supernatural components woven in. Each chapter begins with a quotation from another source, having to do with evil. Taking care of Earth is an underlying theme in the book; man’s failure to safeguard it and to plunder its resources is a recipe for disaster. The story is composed from the third-person point of view, mostly from Russ’s perspective but also from multiple other characters’ viewpoints. The author is a retired physician, so his background and expertise are skillfully used to depict a plausible and likable leading character. The reader senses Russ’s reluctance to believe in anything other than a scientific reason to explain what he is witnessing. Dr. Nissan’s narrative is descriptive and imaginative, and the dialogue seems natural and believable.

Although I enjoyed the story, I felt the ending of the story could have been a little more suspenseful, considering the plot possessed all of the necessary components for a chilling tale. There were moments when the novel was scary, and I thoroughly enjoyed it at that time. Overall, however, its climax fell just short of the goal.

Because of the previous reason, A Sundance receives a rating of three out of four stars. Readers who enjoy mysteries/thrillers with romance and supernatural components interspersed would most likely appreciate the book; therefore, it deserves better than two stars. Several profanities are encountered in the story; subsequently, if they are a problem for the reader, they might want to look elsewhere.

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Books with supernatural components are not my favorite but I'm sure some readers will find it interesting. Great review.
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JamesJaphet wrote: 11 Dec 2021, 08:02 Books with supernatural components are not my favorite but I'm sure some readers will find it interesting. Great review.
I understand. It's a good thing we don't all like the same things. It would be a boring world. Thanks for stopping by!
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The cover of this book is stunning. I wonder what Evelyn and Samuel get into. Thanks for a lovely review! :D
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Rashawn Carter wrote: 12 Dec 2021, 09:11 The cover of this book is stunning. I wonder what Evelyn and Samuel get into. Thanks for a lovely review! :D
You will need to read it to find out! :lol: Thanks for reading my review. I appreciate it!
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The plot of this book seems quite suspenseful. I'm curious to know what evils they're fighting and how everything will turn out at the end. Thanks for the review.
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Shivansh_Reviews wrote: 12 Dec 2021, 14:32 The plot of this book seems quite suspenseful. I'm curious to know what evils they're fighting and how everything will turn out at the end. Thanks for the review.
Then, you need to read the book. :D Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
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The plot sounds mysterious and fascinating, but most likely I will pass this book since I am not a fan of scary novels. Thanks for your wonderful review!
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Prarthna wrote: 13 Dec 2021, 11:32 The plot sounds mysterious and fascinating, but most likely I will pass this book since I am not a fan of scary novels. Thanks for your wonderful review!
I understand. Thanks for taking the time to read my review and post a comment!
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These supernatural elements excite me more and add endless mysteriousness to the plot. Thanks for your lovely review, I think I'll definitely enjoy reading this one.
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The question ringing in my head now is, what could be responsible for these aberrations? I must admit that your review of this book makes me more curious about the events in the book. I enjoyed reading your review!
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The book cover design is a captivating one. Evelyn's character is a fascinating one. I have always loved novels with supernatural themes. Thanks for your review.
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already like the book. The mysterious, gorgeous and realistic female main characters, who also has secret mythical abilities wins my heart. Thanks for your great reviews.
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Paluk Pathania wrote: 14 Dec 2021, 09:14 These supernatural elements excite me more and add endless mysteriousness to the plot. Thanks for your lovely review, I think I'll definitely enjoy reading this one.
I hope you give it a try. I think you will appreciate it!
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Omega_01 wrote: 14 Dec 2021, 10:37 The question ringing in my head now is, what could be responsible for these aberrations? I must admit that your review of this book makes me more curious about the events in the book. I enjoyed reading your review!
So, you will have to read the book to find out the answers! :lol: Thanks for stopping by.
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