Review of The Cackling of the Crows

Post by **Chris Alex Powell** » 08 Jan 2023, 12:45

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Cackling of the Crows" by Neal Sellers.]

5 out of 5 stars

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The first time Gregory Que, popularly referred to as Que, saw a crow was at a funeral site. He felt these crows knew something he didn't know. When he returned home, there was also a crow. For many years he had come across so many crows and had wondered what that meant. Their calls have turned to "the cackling of the crows," and he could not interpret what it meant. However, these crows have been there in almost every event that has happened to him.

Que is a charming, loving, and social fellow. He takes us around his romantic life while telling us the stories of four important women. He shares secrets with each, involving his past, present, and future.

I liked so many things about this book, The Cackling of the Crows by Neal Sellers. I enjoyed the jokes that are chipped in once in a while. The narrator tried to make it conversational. I liked how he would pause and put in a joke. It was like the author could guess, most times, what I was thinking. Or at least, he tried to guess. Neal has a way with words, and this book has an addictive effect. I kept asking myself questions about what would happen next. I like the way he casually narrated this book. It felt like he was retelling a story to a friend through Que.

I also like the educational nature of this audiobook. From the very first chapter, the narrator was out to teach. For instance, he was right when he said not many people knew the difference between psychology and psychiatry. Also, I didn't know how to differentiate them, and I found it helpful that he did. In addition, I didn't know a group of crows is referred to as a murder of crows. I like the way he was carefree about certain terms. For instance, when he explains who a hooker is and why he is a sexual intellectual. Finally, I admire how Que always mentioned that he wanted the book to go viral so that he could get his parents what they deserve.

I didn't quite appreciate the author referencing people he borrows a quote or two from. He kept saying apologies to this person or apologies to that person after borrowing a quote from them. Also, I think this story swayed in different directions. One minute we are talking about his life with Winnie, then the next, we are discussing the lady who invited him over to eat then we move to K.P. I had to keep backtracking to understand what was being discussed. This affected my smooth reading too. Aside from these, this book was exceptionally well edited. I found no errors in it, which is a plus.

Therefore, this book would get a deserving 5 out of 5. The author's effort is commendable, and I love Que's narration, and the ending of this book was amazing. I would recommend this book to people who love romance books; they would enjoy this one. If you enjoy hip-hop, this book is for you.

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Riya Sarkar · Post by **Riya Sarkar** » 27 Jan 2023, 12:32

That's a wonderful review! Que's perspective of these women does sound quite interesting.

Annette Boateng · Post by **Annette Boateng** » 09 Feb 2023, 09:05

I see this story to be more than being a romantic novel in the sense of crows being involved which will urge a reader who is a lover of research to find out the frequent presence of these "deadly birds" which means bad omen to some societies or country as a whole. However trying to understand the author's definition of this book l love to read more to arrive on the same point. Great review.

Kemzy5 · Post by **Kemzy5** » 16 Feb 2023, 19:39

The title doesn't concern romance in any way. But this review says otherwise and I'm going to find out. Thank you for a nice review.

Rebecca De Figueiredo · Post by **Rebecca De Figueiredo** » 27 Apr 2024, 05:20

Usually cries indicate a feeling of magic or doom with me, but this book uses them in a different way. A romantic novel, interesting and intriguing with an eye catching cover …,,

Rebecca De Figueiredo · Post by **Rebecca De Figueiredo** » 27 Apr 2024, 05:21

Usually crows indicate a feeling of magic or doom with me, but this book uses them in a different way. A romantic novel, interesting and intriguing with an eye catching cover …,,

Uma gupta · Post by **Uma gupta** » 27 Apr 2024, 05:24

This review of "The Cackling of the Crows" by Neal Sellers captures the essence of the book's charm, wit, and educational value. The narrator's conversational style and the protagonist Que's engaging storytelling make it a captivating read. Despite minor issues, the book's quality earns a well-deserved 5 out of 5 rating.

Anjana Savita · Post by **Anjana Savita** » 27 Apr 2024, 05:28

This insightful review highlights the engaging narrative style, educational content, and minor flaws of "The Cackling of the Crows" while emphasizing its overall excellence and recommendation for romance and hip-hop enthusiasts.

Oluwagbenga Akangbe · Post by **Oluwagbenga Akangbe** » 27 Apr 2024, 05:31

A contradictory genre write up. A complicated somewhat dark mystery biography mixed with romance. It sounded like the start to an horror novel. The story goes around Que's experience with crows and then about the four women in his life, with various thots and jabs of little jokes here and there. The plot is quite confusing as it stutters and is uneven. I'd rate it a 3 out of 5 in my opinion.

Nabweteme Gloria · Post by **Nabweteme Gloria** » 27 Apr 2024, 05:51

The review for "The Cackling of the Crows" captures the essence of Que's journey and the author's storytelling style quite vividly. It's refreshing to see how the narrator's conversational tone and witty remarks made the reading experience engaging. The educational tidbits sprinkled throughout the book add value, although the shifting focus between different aspects of Que's life could be a bit disorienting. Overall, it sounds like a compelling read, especially for those who enjoy romance novels with a touch of humor and insightful anecdotes.

Jennifer Coxon · Post by **Jennifer Coxon** » 27 Apr 2024, 06:05

The title and cover of this book are both intriguing and not what you would expect of a romance novel. I'm also attracted by the setting of the book in New York in the 80s and 90s with a hip-hop soundtrack of the era.

Post by **Tomy Chandrafrost** » 27 Apr 2024, 06:07

I always love memoirs that share life experiences with a touch of nostalgia. Using a crow as a prelude before diving into a romance story is such an intriguing concept. The premise of this romance book sounds captivating, and reading your review makes me even more eager to dive into the full story. Thank you for writing this!

abderrahman El achari · Post by **abderrahman El achari** » 27 Apr 2024, 06:10

"The Cackling of the Crows" by Neal Sellers is a novel that tells the story of Q's relationship with crows, romance, and a fellow wizard.. Good review

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williams Emerald · Post by **williams Emerald** » 27 Apr 2024, 06:12

This review provides a vivid portrayal of the engaging characters and witty narrative style in “The Cackling of the Crows” by Neal Sellers. While the occasional tangents may disrupt the flow, the educational elements and seamless storytelling make it a captivating read. Highly recommended choice for romance and hip-hop enthusiasts alike.

Eckhart Aurelius Hughes · Post by **Nisha DSouza** » 27 Apr 2024, 06:39

The Cackling of the Crows by Neal Sellers is a book with an interesting mix of romance, suspense, hip-hop, and a theme of good vs evil. I like that the book is educational, too, and I'm intrigued about the crows and their role in Que's story. In the absence of a sample on Kindle, I'm judging the book based on the book description and the OBC review. Congratulations on the BOTD!