Review: New Take on a Classic
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 06 25, 2014
Just another amazing novel by Jason Akley. “Lazarus” is a behemoth of a novel. Ranging 700+ pages. It spans three generations and is a modern take on Oedipus Rex. Any fan of Akley would be used to the length of his novels by now. He has a lot to say and he takes his time saying it. Lazarus is a tale of a family. Plain and simple. Throughout the novel they go through several trials. You get to see them at high points, and at low points. You even get to see the choices they make effect later generations down the line. Akley has always been good at making the reader feel some sort of depth with his work.His only problem is that his work can come off as confusing, hard to read, and lack luster. It isn't uncommon for one to give up or lose interest in his work just because it can seem hard to understand. I would be lying if I said “Lazarus” did not fall under that category. It can be slow at times. The grammar seems to need a good polishing, and maybe the novel did not have to be 700+ pages. However, if you can make your way through all of that than you are sure to have a good time. Jason Akley is just one of the many up-and-coming authors to be on the look out for. Big things are coming his way.Also, if you are looking for an easier entry into his novels I suggest starting with “Crossroads From Damascus”. It is a lot shorter. 4/5