Review: Intriguing, though too short
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 10 28, 2011
There is so much story in this short that it could easily have been expanded to novel length. However the author creates a strong set of characters and interesting interactions in a very small space, and conveys a distinct voice and set of ideas, so well done there, Ms MacManus.The copy editing is weak, and I could have done with somewhat less "tell, not show", so this wasn't quite up to five stars for me. But Sam and Dana were very appealing, vivid characters, and the raccoons were a delightful metaphor for Sam's situation. An enjoyable, unpredictable little story that I was glad to read.