Time Travel discussion

Given I’m an author, as a rule I don’t publish reviews for fear my motives may be called into question, but I’m breaking my long-established protocol for this splendid little book by Lance Greenfield, I believe his first novel, entitled ELEVEN MILES.

This stylized biography is a true gem, and for many reasons:

The simplicity of the prose is deceiving, sucking you into the story of a young African girl with an ease that belies belief, and this effortlessly pushes the narrative forward, something as a writer I always strive to do.

The characters’ development, each diverse and compelling, not only holds your interest but also propels an ever-increasing forward motion, and this, given the over-all plot, is an excellent metaphor for the larger theme, a most striking literary device, which again is something I appreciate but rarely see, and so enjoyed very much in this book.

Yet the most compelling aspect of ELEVEN MILES for me was the universal nature of this personalized story, for the situations therein, expertly portrayed and completely unique to the setting, nevertheless flawlessly engendered concerns and emotions that are fundamental to the collective human condition regardless of time or location, and this brilliant aspect of the work is something I truly admire.

I cannot recommend this book more highly; it’s delightful.

Just bought my copy, but it may be awhile before I get to reading it.

Glad to know Heather & hope you enjoy it as much as I did, hence my effusive review.

If so, let Lance know, as I did with a short, personal note.

It's always a good practice to encourage fine authors employing a new venue & that was the purpose of this post.

Howard wrote: "Given I’m an author, as a rule I don’t publish reviews for fear my motives may be called into question, but I’m breaking my long-established protocol for this splendid little book by Lance Greenfie..."

This does look excellent. The sample is already in my library and I hope to get to the Kindle book soon.

BTW, Howard, you've written such an insightful review, why not post it on Lance's Goodreads book page so all can benefit from your remarks? Nothing to question; you always "call 'em like you see 'em." Thanks.

Thanks for the tip, Howard. That is excellent praise. Will definitely check it out.

Paul, as you know, I'm most deficient in the technology of this Timeframe but I think I successfully complied with your your advice.

Nathan, hope you enjoy your read.

Finished reading this on the weekend. Very enjoyable book. Kudos to Lance for the fine writing and raising money for an excellent cause.

Heather:

Nathan didn't write the book.

Neither is he giving the money away.

If I were Lance I'd be offended.

Fixed-so sorry -too many things on my mind at once-I did love the book!