Review: Quick but enjoyable read
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 27, 2014
I’ve been interested in Jason Akley’s books recently, and the other two books I have read were both long and detailed stories. Crossroads from Damascus was a little bit of a break from this tradition as the book is a collection of poems and short stories, all tied into the same theme. One of the things I like most about this particular book is that it really gives you an insight into the lives of people who struggle with marijuana and just what happens to people who are addicted to the drug. For me, the book raised some questions I had simply not thought about before and it offered up some new perspectives.As with all Jason Akley’s books, Crossroads from Damascus really is a matter of personal taste. Some people will absolutely love the book, as I did, but others might find it a bit frustrating, particularly as Jason Akley’s writing style is sometimes a little bit unusual. However, this is a fantastic place to get started with his writing, as it is a shorter book than his others, and it really is an enjoyable read.