By George, this is a great book! (heehee) Intriguing. Fascinating. Very well done. Sometimes I have trouble following books that bounce back and forth between the past and the present but these stories were incredibly well integrated.
The story is a novel that offers another aspect, another side of war that we don't think about very often; at least I don't. Once in a while I'll see that episode of M.A.S.H. that portrays the morale boosting services provided by entertainers and actors. This book gives a lighthearted view while keeping the seriousness of war intact.
I have thoroughly enjoyed reading about the young boy who learns his family history through journals written by his grandfather, who teaches himself ventriloquism, who lives in a different world than I've ever experienced. I enjoyed reading about the same boy's grandfather and his "tricks", who was a pioneer in his field.
I don't want to spoil the twist at the end, because I want you to be as surprised as I was! I was not even expecting that! I gobbled up the last 20 pages, while the rest of the book took me a while to get through, mostly due to the life of a mom of 5. Those last few pages put life on hold! LOL.
This novel by Wesley Stace is a relaxing read. Not too deep. Not too involved, but enough to keep you interested and learning. Certainly not fluff. Thanks, for a great read!
This book was graciously provided by the publisher! You can purchase the novel at Amazon.
