Review: An Introspective Mystery
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 06 8, 2014
“3 Days in Paradise” is a smoothly written, supernatural mystery. Not supernatural in the sense of magic or hauntings, but in the more literal meaning of “unexplainable by natural law or phenomena.” The story follows Dani, a young woman who is in a hard place in life, and sick at heart.  Dani has a supernatural experience that causes her to bluntly face the choices in her past and introspectively evaluate how they have continued to cling to her.It’s a short, but honestly written tale with emotions and questions many readers will be able to identify with. The mystery of the situation keeps the reader involved and the resolution is one of hope, not only for Dani but-perhaps-for the reader as well.The “religious” aspect is used with care to strengthen the overall story and never beats the reader over the head. And whether or not you care to accept that angle, there is still a greater truth that transcends any specific belief and will ring true regardless.I did wish that the scene in the barn had included what Dani saw, rather than keep it hidden and have it revealed later.  I felt that the emotional impact was lost because quite a bit happens in between, and we are just simply told what happened. Had we been able to see what Dani saw and experience it with her, in that moment, I felt that would have helped the wonder continue through to the conclusion with greater impact.Even so, it’s still a very well written story, with good dialog and a compelling theme. I recommend it, especially if you feel a bit weary in your soul. It might just point you in the right direction.