Review of Blues for the Father

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Review of Blues for the Father

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Blues for the Father" by Marcel Wilson, Joseph Harrison and Barry Kohl.]
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5 out of 5 stars
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Blues for the Father by Marcel Wilson, Joseph Harrison and Barry Kohl.

Rating: 5 out of 5.

"Blues for the Father" by Marcel Wilson, Joseph Harrison, and Barry Kohl begins with Marion Blackhurst on his way home to Mississippi. He's feeling that the journey is too long. He has traveled this road back to Mississippi many times, but it still feels long, especially when driving from Alabama into Mississippi, which he finds to be a lonely stretch. To pass the time, Marion listens to blues on the radio, something he loves. Finally, he arrives home, and he notices that the garage is open, where his wife Christine's car is parked. He realizes that his wife hasn't answered his calls or come to greet him upon his arrival. He also notices that their elder son, Lloyd, is not at home, as his pickup truck is missing. When he finds Christine at the bar in the house, their argument begins, setting the stage for the plot. This engaging start by Marcel, Joseph, and Barry draws the readers into the story, which mainly revolves around the relationship between Christine and Marion as well as their elder son, Lloyd, who becomes involved in criminal activities. The story is nicely narrated, with a focus on the dynamics between the characters.

This book deserves full points as the plot is well-narrated, centering around the relationship between Christine and Marion and their son Lloyd's involvement in criminal activities. The engaging plot keeps readers glued to the book, making it a very good read with twists and turns.

There don't appear to be any negative points about the book. The plot is well-developed, and the twists added towards the end are excellent, showing how they affect the relationship between Christine and Marion. The character development of Lloyd, with a negative aspect to his personality, and the way his story concludes are beautifully done. The content is engaging. The editor has done a decent job with grammar and spelling, with nothing noticeable, although spacing and paragraphing could be improved.

In conclusion, "Blues for the Father" is one of the best fiction crime books out there, with a touch of suspense in the end. It's a must-read for everyone, as it beautifully narrates the relationship between Christine and Marion as well as the story of their son, Lloyd. This book should be in everyone's library.

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