Review of The Bridge
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Review of The Bridge
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Bridge" by Andrew Palmer.]
Construction and engineering are two of the most important disciplines in the world. It is through these feats that human beings have evolved from living in trees and caves to the majestic castles and skyscrapers we see today. Furthermore, human beings have explored unimaginable heights to create methods of transportation that seemed impossible in the early times. I am absolutely amazed with the ingenuity of an engineer and construction worker. However, these two vocations require a lot of dedication and care, as the smallest of errors can cause the most traumatic of catastrophes.
Ben and Esther have only one thing in common. They are both engineering majors. Far from that, Ben is an easy-going guy, big drinker but surprisingly gifted. Esther is the smartest student in her class, a good daughter, if you throw her sister in the mix, and a diligent worker. An assignment forces these two ultimately different people together; causing them to explore an unlikely friendship. They meet up for research and delve into the Quebec Bridge disaster through the eyes of a witness, Alec Durand. Alec gets a job as a laborer in the construction of an important bridge. His job is not all roses and daisies, as working in such a volatile area with men having giant egos is not easy. However, he is driven by the urge to give his new wife and child a comfortable life that he works relentlessly. Through an unforeseen turn of event, the green Alec becomes the site engineer in a completely volatile and dangerous worksite.
To begin with, I was glued to my screen the whole time I read this book, occasionally wiping tears and sniffling. The Bridge is a beautiful piece of art that had me invested to the final page. Andrew Palmer begins this story with a huge dose of suspense and intrigue that attracts the reader to go on. He effectively guides the reader through the changes in timelines and points of view seamlessly, such that the reader does not get lost and is in tune with the events. Both the past and the present stories complement each other wonderfully, and one can easily spot the harmony. The book is fully packed with emotions such that one is fully immersed in the characters’ lives; living their joy, pain and turmoil. It’s no wonder I cried.
This book has no negative feature present. Palmer’s story-telling is both moving and informative. The author has arranged the events of the book in an interesting manner, provoking a lot of thoughts. As a French speaker, I found some major areas to be content about as the book integrate some aspects and words into the story. A good example involves the use of the French profanity ‘merde’. Otherwise, the book is simply and beautifully written.
The book appears to be exceptionally well-edited, as I could not spot any errors. The story is suitable for a mature audience of adventure fans due to the presence of profanity. I recommend this book to a widespread audience of thriller fans, engineers and construction workers. For the above reasons, i rate this book four out of four stars
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The Bridge
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Construction and engineering are two of the most important disciplines in the world. It is through these feats that human beings have evolved from living in trees and caves to the majestic castles and skyscrapers we see today. Furthermore, human beings have explored unimaginable heights to create methods of transportation that seemed impossible in the early times. I am absolutely amazed with the ingenuity of an engineer and construction worker. However, these two vocations require a lot of dedication and care, as the smallest of errors can cause the most traumatic of catastrophes.
Ben and Esther have only one thing in common. They are both engineering majors. Far from that, Ben is an easy-going guy, big drinker but surprisingly gifted. Esther is the smartest student in her class, a good daughter, if you throw her sister in the mix, and a diligent worker. An assignment forces these two ultimately different people together; causing them to explore an unlikely friendship. They meet up for research and delve into the Quebec Bridge disaster through the eyes of a witness, Alec Durand. Alec gets a job as a laborer in the construction of an important bridge. His job is not all roses and daisies, as working in such a volatile area with men having giant egos is not easy. However, he is driven by the urge to give his new wife and child a comfortable life that he works relentlessly. Through an unforeseen turn of event, the green Alec becomes the site engineer in a completely volatile and dangerous worksite.
To begin with, I was glued to my screen the whole time I read this book, occasionally wiping tears and sniffling. The Bridge is a beautiful piece of art that had me invested to the final page. Andrew Palmer begins this story with a huge dose of suspense and intrigue that attracts the reader to go on. He effectively guides the reader through the changes in timelines and points of view seamlessly, such that the reader does not get lost and is in tune with the events. Both the past and the present stories complement each other wonderfully, and one can easily spot the harmony. The book is fully packed with emotions such that one is fully immersed in the characters’ lives; living their joy, pain and turmoil. It’s no wonder I cried.
This book has no negative feature present. Palmer’s story-telling is both moving and informative. The author has arranged the events of the book in an interesting manner, provoking a lot of thoughts. As a French speaker, I found some major areas to be content about as the book integrate some aspects and words into the story. A good example involves the use of the French profanity ‘merde’. Otherwise, the book is simply and beautifully written.
The book appears to be exceptionally well-edited, as I could not spot any errors. The story is suitable for a mature audience of adventure fans due to the presence of profanity. I recommend this book to a widespread audience of thriller fans, engineers and construction workers. For the above reasons, i rate this book four out of four stars
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The Bridge
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