Review: A Rare 5 Stars
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 4, 2013
I seldomly give 5 stars. A book must be exceptional in everyway for me to give it such an honor. This book was that good. It blends imagery, emotion, mystery, and sincerity with excellent story-telling. Three men find themselves in the last boxcar of the last train heading "home" on Christmas eve. Each man carries a burden that takes away his abililty to enjoy the way life was truly meant to be lived. One man is a returning WWI vet burdened by the horrors of war. The second man is living a life without the love of his life. The last man is a young industrialist who puts profit above compassion. These three men are joined by an old man who brimming with wisdom and compassion. The trip takes some detours so that the three men can confront the demons that plague their lives. The story unfolds bit by bit and builds the backgrounds of the individuals until it crescendo's to its climax. Great book. Very inspirational and thought provoking. A rare 5 stars in my book.