Review: Remarkably Well Written
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 08 1, 2013
Nothing less than a rare gem amongst coals, I am still a little amazed by what an outstanding, perfectly crafted story and engrossing delving into the last days of the electromagnetic scientist, Michael Faraday, this proved to be. Intent on carrying out one final experiment whose inspiration he has taken from the pages of Shelley's classic novel, an aging Faraday, consumed by obsession, travels to America. Therein is where the similarities between the two stories come to a halt, as this then proceeds to take a very distinctive turn.Laatsch's grasp of the period language, mentality, the fluidity of her writing and the way in which she sets a scene without burdening it with superfluous detail initially draws the reader into this uncommon scientific adventure. The plot moves rapidly, yet is scattered with enough details to create a very real sense of place, and made this difficult to put down. That, however, is not why I felt so compelled to review it. What impressed me most of all was how the author manages to incite actual thought on the reader's part - and to do that in something so brief and entertaining is really the mark of an exceptional writer. It was a quick read, but not a light one.The conclusion was entirely unforeseen and will be elaborated upon in the continuance of this series, though this also worked well as a stand alone. Despite that, I cannot wait to see where Laatsch goes with it. This is one free Kindle book that will remain a permanent fixture on the device.