I want to say firstly that the book description on the
review websites needs to be re-written. I received a copy of the book in return
for an honest review and if it hadn’t been offered I would not have purchased a
copy based on the description.
I really didn’t know what to expect and certainly didn’t appreciate
I was going to be reading a story so skilfully and touchingly written.
The story is about two young women with one story told in
the first person and the other in the third person. The women are very
different as is their suffering, yet their stories are beautifully told.
The first story is initially set in the United States then
follows the young woman as she travel to Africa and Asia. The second story is
set in Japan.
However, there is sufficient information in other reviews
about the story line so I will focus this review on the quality of the book.
I was totally absorbed by The First Noble Truth. The
author’s approach to her story telling is unusual but works extremely well
without confusing the reader.
The prose is a gentle step by step approach but compelling reading.
The author has a wonderful imagination and is able to transcribe this to paper
extremely well. There are many beautifully written passages that are quotable
as well as detailed descriptions of what characters are doing.
The writing draws you in wanting to read more; not because
you need to know what will happen like you would in a suspense or thriller novel
but because of the writing skill itself. It is a book you want curl up with, relax and enjoy
the emotionally moving tale as it develops.
Krista’s visits to Africa and Asia are more of a traveller’s
tale not a tourist experience and give excellent insight into the countries she
visits. I particularly appreciated and enjoyed the insight into Japanese
culture, traditions and way of life.
If this is C Lynn Murphy’s first novel I expect her to amaze
us with her writing in the future.
My rating 4*
This review is also available on my website www.pam.id.au
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