Review of You Speak for Me Now

[Jeff Kanda]

This review is so detailed and I believe that I will enjoy reading this book. Thanks for the engaging review!

[Shirley Ann Riddern Labzentis]

Great review! The book sounds like an intriquing story of a deaf woman and her struggles through life. I am going to put this on my "to read" list.

[Moisés Alcántara Ayre]

John is highly opinionated while Emma is deaf and always assessing things very thoroughly. What drives me to read this story the most is understanding how those who can cast votes to elect authorities have so much power to indirectly help determine the destiny of those usually underprivileged and disadvantaged in society.

[Timothy Rucinski]

Although this isn't typically the kind of novel I read, the dynamics of the story make it sound irresistible. Congratulations to Ms. Graham on receiving BOTD honors.

[Mayuri Kotalawala]

This novel takes you on an emotionally gripping journey through a meticulously crafted plot featuring John, a strong-willed character who sets out to tackle real-world issues. Against the backdrop of present-day situations, the story is incredibly thought-provoking. The world is rife with discrimination based on race and gender. Wars are fought for land rather than the people who live on it. The economic disparity allows a rich minority to dominate the world at the expense of the remaining majority, who can barely make ends meet. These aspects act as motivation for the actions of each character. These motivations will make the reader reassess their priorities while voting for a leader. This book also highlights the role of social media and mass media in influencing citizens. Peter’s character is endearing. The author’s writing style succeeds in eliciting emotions, evoking happy and sad tears in several instances.

- In a digital age when technology precedes all, if a book can elicit emotions like happy and sad tears, then its worth reading. Its an engaging review. Thank you.

[Gayatri Tripathi]

This review paints "You Speak for Me Now" as a highly engaging and emotionally rich novel. The relationship between Emma and Johnny, with their contrasting personalities, sounds like a fascinating foundation for the story. I appreciate the insights into how the book tackles significant social and political issues, making it not just a personal story but a reflection on broader societal concerns. The fact that the book is well-edited and a true page-turner adds to its appeal. I'm intrigued by the promise of plot twists and the exploration of governance and media influence. This seems like a must-read for anyone interested in thought-provoking fiction.

[MARTHA UGOCHI ASOGWA]

The review raises questions about Johnny's dilemma - whether to pursue his aspiration of liberating America or prioritize his family. Meanwhile, it questions Emma's role - will she support Johnny through thick and thin, or will she choose to prioritize her family's well-being by distancing herself from their sinking situation. Great review.

[Seamstress]

Definitely not my cup of tea, because I am not interested in both - love stories and the impression of the world by a deaf person. No offense, but I can't see myself enjoying reading this book and therefore prefer to skip it. Congrats with BOTD, anyway!

[Chris Agbara]

"You Speak for Me Now" is an emotionally gripping journey through a meticulously crafted plot featuring strong-willed characters tackling real-world issues. It's a thought-provoking read, highlighting discrimination, economic disparity, and the role of media, with captivating plot twists and engaging writing. Highly recommended for mature readers who enjoy fiction.

[Olga Markova]

I enjoyed reading your review, Seetha! Sampling, I gleaned that the story revolves around two opposite characters, Emma and John, who became affectionate to each other as classmates. Your review demonstrates the much wider horizons of this fascinating story stretching to the world of politics and family challenges. It feels like an interesting read!

[Mayang Bature]

John and Emma's lives would certainly be relatable with many people today. As personalities at both ends of the spectrum, a lot of compromise would be required. Whether they stand the test of time is entirely up to them. Congrats on botd!!

[Lydia Washington]

This review pictures this book perfectly. I definitely love the subject and how the story incorporates the main characters disability and difficulties after leaving a deaf school. It gives the story a good summary for the readers interested. I love its description of the story.

[Amarachi Stephanie Ejike]

Sandy Graham's "You Speak for Me Now" is a well-thought-out captivating read. The story of the introverted Emma Simon and the extroverted loquacious Johnny McEwan portrays the distinctiveness of individual values and attributes. Whilst Emma seems to be more of a thoughtful observer who responds only after thoroughly examining issues, John, on the other hand, thrives in a crowd, is highly opinionated, and quick to conclude on matters. Their story reveals an aspect of human relationships that if not well managed or harmonized can break even the strongest of relationships as also seen in the story's plot. The review acknowledges the story's quality which merited a 5-star rating.

[todwyer01]

From a sampling, this seems like an interesting story about Emma and Johnny, two opposites that get married but when Johnny decides to become very vocal about certain topics, it starts to effect their relationship. It might be worth a second look. Well done.

[Jennifer Coxon]

This is an intriguing and thought-provoking novel, which deals with topics of racism, discrimination, and politics. I love that the couple's connection came from John’s willingness to learn sign language for Emma and that they turned it into a business. John’s media presence and political views sound like he will get into a lot of trouble.