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Asleep
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Three stories that tell of young women who are waiting. They wait for whatever they believe will make everything all right in their worlds. Sometimes sleep helps them wait. The various states of slumber are both mysterious and magical. They all wait to hear the still small voice within that announces it’s okay, you may stop waiting and awaken to life. Each character looks for a way to remain calm and find their peace while dealing with guilt, ghosts and loss. They are at home in the world of visions and dreams. They come to learn the unique qualities of friendships with other women, discovering this as a necessary part of a whole. They guide one another to determine what sacrifices, if any, a person might make to find a way forward. The writing is both exhilarating and tranquil. You can almost hear the character’s murmurs and worried whispers to themselves and their friends. At times crystal clear, at times indecisive but always persuasive. They wait, sleep and evolve. Stories that ask the reader to take the time out of time, to look back, reflect on what was, and realize what may be, all the while painting a gorgeous picture of their minds. Listen to what the characters have to say to themselves in the silence - asleep or awake.
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April 4, 2019
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April 4, 2019
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May 1, 2019
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May 6, 2019
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May 06, 2019 08:20AM

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Dolors, I thank you for your comments. I admit that I read the last story 3 times to make sure I understood what the author was saying. And, in the end, perhaps I didn’t. Regardless, there was, for me, some vividly human elements to this book that I found compelling.



You do know that I read this book after reading your review. How could I not? Your reviews are so wonderfully persuasive. Thank you for your generous comments. I do appreciate them.

My thanks as always.


Hiya Stephanie, After reading Jr’s review I immediately got this book and read it. Thank you so much for your lovely comments. This is an unusual book which speaks volumes. If you choose to read it please let me know your thoughts. 🌹