Review: Persistent Issues Explored Honestly
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 5, 2014
As a writer myself, I believe there are three critical components essential to a good story. First and foremost, no matter the time period in which the tale takes place, the issues being explored must be pertinent to the reader. If one holds up the story line as if it were a mirror of today's society, it should reflect exactly what is happening in our world now. Secondly, especially when writing for teens, the significant adults must be portrayed authentically. The reader should not only see the qualities that make an adult in their lives a good role-model, but be privy to the flaws and mistakes that person has made simply because they're human. Exposing these inadequacies help young people deal with their own imperfections realistically and give themselves permission to continue to make decisions without fear of harsh judgment. And lastly, every good story should project some positive outcome. Without being able to see even a tiny flicker of hope, leaves the reader sad and depressed. Jodie Esch's Little White Lies expertly meets the three criteria essential to a good story. Matter of fact, her book exceeds these three components to the point of being a GREAT STORY! Don't take my word for it though, read it for yourself!