Review: A Gift to the Reader
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 9, 2014
Returning to The Fail after what seems like forever, Dearing delivers a truly delightful tale of emotion and fantasy with A Wish. The Stark family has gathered together to celebrate the merged traditions of Yule and Christmas that Paul and Alia had determined years ago. Now Sean and Alia are proud new parents, with the brood of Stark children gathered and feeling a bit emotional. Dreaming of the traditions of yesteryear with her own parents and siblings, she notices not one, but two celestial streaks in the ether. As a child would, she closes her eyes and makes a wish.One can easily get lost in the lives of the perfectly developed characters that Dearing has only managed to expand more in the short tale presented. The plot, quite simple, plays out with a level of emotional attachment that is oft lost in the rush to write a short story. The emotion is thick and meaningful within A Wish, and touches the heart and soul. From special connections, memories of people lost, dreams that come to fruition, and pure happiness discovered... A Wish is a delectable treat to read. Now, Dearing needs to deliver more of these presents to her readers, as Santa delivers gifts to the Stark family.