Review: A Remarkable Story of Finding Hope, Courage, Strength and Love
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 13, 2013
A 5-Star rating for Hans M. Hirschi's novel "Jonathan's Hope" a human interest story that explores the relationship that forms between two men. Each burdened with his own pain and sorrow find hope and courage through the love they share. Dealing with fear, insecurity and family drama, their relationship is tested as they face their personal demons. A captivating story that is hard to put down.  The subject matter is timely delving into the ramifications of child and spousal abuse resulting in pain and anguish for the abused and the abuser.  The root causes driving the abuser are also explored.Written with a narrator's voice, the reader is provided the opportunity to experience the story from the various viewpoints of the main characters.I highly recommend this story to those readers who enjoy a deeper human interest story than what is found in a typical romance novel.  Love isn't always easy and some show love in a manner that becomes twisted and cruel. The reader is challenged to look deeper to see the rippling effect that homophobia can have on multiple generations within a family.  There is sweet with the bitter.  At the core of the novel is a wonderful romance with hot and erotically described romantic encounters.  An enjoyable and rewarding novel for those willing to be touched on a deep emotional level. This novel is most appropriate for mature audiences.Personally, I toughly enjoyed this novel and highly recommend it to others. Having been a counselor, I have been exposed to the challenges faced by those recovering from abusive relationships.  Though sobering, I found the emphasis that Hans places on hope helped me to experience the main characters' dark moments of the soul without becoming depressed.  I would enjoy reading more novels written by Hans.Update: Since reading this novel, I read Han's second novel, "Family Ties". I also highly recommend this novel as well. I have written a review and it is posted on the "Family Ties" Amazon page.