Hey Everyone!! :-)
It's the 18th again, so time for my #IndieBooksBeSeen monthly indie author book review. Enjoy!
Simon's Song by C.A Sanders:
Simon is surrounded by strange people with strange customs and is forced to prove himself to them, and to himself. Just 16 years old, he's faced with questions that mankind has struggled with since the dawn of time. When is one justified in taking a life? What is the cost of such an action to one's soul? What does it mean to have honor? And, perhaps most important, how does one know where the line between right and wrong lies?
I enjoyed this book. First, because as a native New Yorker, I felt a certain connection with young Simon. But beyond that, in spite of the heavy subject matter that often focused around duty and sacrifice, I found this story charming. Whether it's the odd Super Mario Bothers reference, the survey of folk music, or the surprisingly detailed swordplay, I think this book probably has a little something for everybody. And, just like with the gods, you never quite know when it will strike out violently, or offer a helping hand in the most unexpected ways just when it's needed most.
When I finished this book, I felt sort of like I felt when I read The Hobbit for the first time; there was no cliffhanger, the story ended and all the loose ends were tied up, and yet I can tell there's going to be more. It's a good note to leave a book on, satisfied but also ready for more. Five stars, and I'm looking forward to reading more about Simon's adventures.
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