Official Review: What the River Wants by Arthur Byrd

[Nuel Ukah]

This book deals with a very vital issue as it relates to the subject of family and it's challenges.

[Daniel Muky]

That sounds like me!!—without the cabin and old age..nice review

[hmorgan90]

Thank you for such a great review! This book sounds different from what I expected. I think I am going to add this one to my to-read list.

[Msred325]

I thought I was reading about myself, when I started the review. I too have shut family and friends out, at one time in my life. So I can identify with the need to want to do it on your own. Not let family see that you are struggling. I will read this book, just to see how Tom deals with it. Very good review.

[Lui Vanderbilt]

Well written review, the book teaches about how to handle oneself emotionaly especially in a family setting where there's no mutual trust. Tom is strong character guess that's why he became introverted after his wife's death.

[David+Hubbell]

A wonderful review. I look forward to reading about a man and his family as they reconnect. A very difficult thing to accomplish late in life. Thank you.

[Elizabeth Pass]

I have a rather large family and we're pretty close. It's hard to imagine living any other way. This book would probably show my what that would look like and the potential reasons behind it.

[Stephanie Runyon]

I like the psychological aspect and emotional development that you describe. As a general rule of thumb, I have found that books that focus on those parts are generally slow to initiate a lot of action but I think that helps me see through the character's eyes.

[gschauer]

Your review has aroused my curiosity. Families are complex with all the different personalities and past experiences. It's amazing how we are all inter-dependent, not independent.

[María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda]

One of the major themes is that it is the core of a person that really matters, rather than the details or “extremities.” In other words, a person (like Tom) may have many secrets, and many parts of him or herself that are hidden from others, yet the heart and essence of their personality may still be good, which is what is important.

What an interesting point! I had never thought about it this way but I guess it's true. We all have flaws but we can't let that define us.
I love personal narratives, and this seems like an insightful one.
Thank you!

[jemgirl202]

This book about family sounds fascinating. I love how the characters have depth and there are twists to keep the pace moving. Congrats on the book of the day. Great review.

[Melissa VanCleave Plant]

I read to get away from reality. It seems as though this book is a bit too realistic for me. I am also not a fan of slow moving. Thank you for the review, it was very useful.

[Cristina Chifane]

I think I'd love a novel of atmosphere focused on a coming-of-age story set in the Southern Mississippi. Tom's seclusion in the river cabin seems to be a good pretext for highly lyrical and evocative pages and for an exploration of family relations and inner conflicts. Thanks for a wonderful review!

[Chipochashe]

The complexities of family relationships make for an interesting read. Tom eventually has to learn that man is not an island. I am not sure I will be patient enough with the slow start. Thank you for the review.

[Tars]

Well it is definitely intriguing concept, but unfortunately I am not a big fan of family-focused sagas. Blame it on Forsytes, but since I read that book all others looked like soap to me and because I don't like them I try to avoid family centered stories everywhere.