Review: An Engaging Coming-of-Age Tale
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 10, 2014
"Ray Ryan" is a wonderfully emotion and drama rich novel that explores the trials of life and growing up in complex ways. Aiden Riley takes readers on a journey of one young man who has a world of possibilities before him, but a bucket load of troubles and tribulations in the way of those dreams. Ray finds himself caught up in the problems his best friend has created, changing his life in ways that are dangerous and potentially deadly. From there he's faced with unbelievable challenges that test his strength of will, loyalty and hope for the future.This is a well-written and thoroughly engaging novel that uses vivid imagery, strong dialogue and authentic characters to set the stage for a truly compelling story. This is a coming-of-age tale that never fails to suck you in and keep you eagerly flipping to the next page as Ray Ryan is faced with challenges that help to define him and his life in unexpected ways.Overall, this was an enjoyable novel that I would definitely recommend to others and was a wonderful introduction to Aiden Riley as an author.