Review: A GPS of Twists and Turns
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 07 26, 2013
(warning: slight spoilers)I found the synopsis of the story quite enthralling and there was enough pacing in the action to keep me invested.  There weren't any glaring mistakes as it pertains to improper spelling or grammar, which was very soothing to my eyes.There were quite a few things the author did extremely well.She did have quite a few dynamic characters in the story.  For me, however, one of the dynamic characters did not include Abigail.The character that kept me the most invested in this story was the Bagman.  He reminded me a little bit of Voldermort from Harry Potter, but the longer the story went on, the more the Bagman deviated from that blueprint.The Bagman is a lot more complex, and all of that came into fruition when Abigail made one unexpected wish that caused a transformation. Although that transformation was temporary, it caused the Bagman into a detailed introspection which became illuminated each time the author gave the reader a glimpse to check in.  Is The Bagman really content with his role?  Does he really want something different? The temporary situation leaves a permanent impact.In all of the excitement The Bagman conveys, there are some elements I was seeking that this story lacked.I would have loved more visuals as it pertains to the physical characteristics of some of the characters.  I also desired to connect more with Abigail; however, I couldn't get a good feel as to her torment. She confesses to feeling guilty, but I don't see the level of introspection that she goes through, like was mirrored with the development of the Bagman.Plus, there are so many loose ends.  They do mark suspense and intrigue, but my only fear is whether the writer will be able to keep up with all the ends and provide satisfactory results with all the questions that have been raised.Overall, The Bagman is a very ambitious undertaking with a very clear message: Be careful what you wish for.