A Thread So Fine: A Novel

5 Star Review

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Editorial Book Review:

By Solange Roe

This story weaves a complex tapestry of family dynamics, personal history, and the evolution of relationships over time. From the very first page, I was immersed in a world filled with love, loss, and deep sacrifice. Several scenes were especially moving, staying with me long after I finished reading. The author masterfully captures the post-World War II era, where fear, hardship, and hidden truths simmer just beneath the surface of everyday life.

What stood out most to me was the way the story explored the complexities of family bonds. Because the main characters' problems were so real and honest, it was hard not to care about them. The struggle between love, loyalty, and the need to be alone is something that many people can understand. Every moment, happy or sad, felt like it was earned, and it was clear that the author had thought about how to make each scene sad or happy.

Things that really hit home also included the way the time period was shown. Background: The story takes place in the middle of the 20th century. It's a deep and nuanced look at how America changed after WWII, especially for women. That which makes your characters strong, from the rules of society to their own ideas of who they are, is their culture. As I read, I liked how the story came together in new ways.

What interested me most was how the author thought about identity and how to find oneself. The characters have to face who they are and what they want out of life as they lose loved ones and have to make hard choices. This journey of character growth was very moving, and I wanted the characters to do well as they dealt with the problems in their lives.

This book shows how strong family, love, and determination can be. This is a well-written story that explores the complicated web of emotions that shape our lives and shows how, even when things go wrong, we find ways to heal and move forward. I strongly suggest it to anyone who likes deep, character-driven stories with a lot of heart.

About the Author

Susan Welch

Susan grew up in Minnesota and Wisconsin with either her nose in a book or her toes in the water. She earned a Masters in International Management and built an international career in the brewing industry, and now works for a company focused on craft brewing and regional agriculture. She is co-editor of Hot Flash Fiction, an online literary magazine focused on works by, for, about or of interest to ‘women of a certain age.’ When not traveling for work or pleasure, she spends time either in Seattle or in a cabin in the woods of Lummi Island.