It’s been a long time since I’ve been this excited about something I just read. It’s like the feeling I got when I first discovered books by Janet Evanovich. Must . . . have . . . more . . .
Sara Sakana has woven an unforgettable story and a genuinely fun read.
The conversational style of the writing makes for fluid reading. Respecting that reading on the screen can be tedious for the reader, this author has wisely broken up the text into well-crafted and highly readable segments separated by the candle image. That makes it really easy for the reader to rest her eyes for a bit and then pick up right where she left off. Ms. Sakana doesn’t need to worry about losing the reader during these quick breaks because the story is . . . well . . . addictive is the word that comes to mind.
I especially love the sense of humor conveyed in Jeff’s voice.
100 Candles details events in Jeff’s life after he acquires a doll that tells the future. At first, the doll seems like a possible windfall but it soon begins revealing things Jeff doesn’t think he wants to know.
The only problem is, the doll won’t let him get rid of it.
Enter Kenny.
Yeah. I like Kenny. A lot.
Once the two of them hook up to solve Jeff’s problems, the story really shines. I love the exchanges between them, especially since I get an up-close-and-personal account of Jeff’s mental and emotional acrobatics.
As I neared the end of the first posting, I was scared that would really be the end. It was that fulfilled but still sad feeling you get when you’re on the last few pages of a book you really love. I read verrryyy slowly, savoring every word.
That posting wrapped up beautifully, an excellent ending. But still, I didn’t want to say goodbye to these characters.
But then—AHA!—a ‘NEXT’ button. And what follows is every bit as good as the first posting.
I’d go on and on, but then I’d start revealing plot details. It would be a shame to spoil the surprises.
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