Review: this is storytelling at the higher levels of the form
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 20, 2013
A collection of thirteen short stories, each uniquely crafted with a viewpoint that often is left until the closing sentence, this is a delightful read.  While I freely admit to being a short story devotee, creating a good short complete and full in imagery, information with a beginning, middle and end is not an easy task.  Each one of these stories contained in this book has a distinct flavor, with a voice that best suits the narrative character, and often provides an interesting twist in a very unexpected and clever ending.I can't say that there is one that was my favorite: the integration of unique viewpoints and the distinct patois developed in each character's voice as the story unfolds both fits and highlights the story as it progresses, leaving the reader with the satisfaction of a story well told.  There is humor and pathos, some great thoughts and some rather shallow ones contained within, and all create a great short read all at once, or to spread out and sample a story a day for nearly two weeks.With a style that beautifully lends itself to the short story, and a facility with characterization that is clearly rendered in each short with a distinction and subtlety that is enviable, this is storytelling at the higher levels of the form.  Michael Twist has a unique voice and talent for the short story is well represented in this collection, one that I highly recommend.I received an eBook copy from the author for purpose of honest review for I am, Indeed.  I was not compensated for this review, and all conclusions are my own responsibility.