Review of Escape in 1948
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Review of Escape in 1948
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Escape in 1948" by B W Wilson.]
Escape in 1948 by B. W. Wilson is a collection of short fictional stories. The stories occur around the world and immerse you in times gone by. The book includes excitement, adventure, mystery, and human emotion.
In 1948, Russians closed all borders to Czechoslovakia. A small group of patriots plan to escape by fleeing the country. The leader, Victor, takes his faithful dog, Fljot, a dependable ally trained to scout for danger. Within the group are small children sedated to ensure quietness whilst travelling at night. This mission may cost the group their lives. In other stories, an American platoon is deployed to the Congo to help fight rebels. Another story is in Vietnam, where the soldiers find the wildlife to be more of a threatening enemy. Two American boys learn about traditional tuna fishing off the shore of Japan in a tale about lost traditions. In the final mysterious tale, a deceased wife finds ways to communicate signs to her bereaved husband.
The author has written an excellent variety of stories. There are a mix of genres within the book. The variety of genres will appeal to a variety of readers. I enjoyed the writing style that keeps you engaged and engrossed. I particularly liked the use of different locations and past times in history. The author has brought historical events into the stories, making it an enlightening read. The descriptions of each region and its wildlife are vivid, setting each scene in the mind's eye.
My favourite parts of the stories are the descriptions of exotic wildlife, such as tigers and tarantulas. Also, I enjoyed learning about the landscapes of faraway lands. The highlands of Vietnam and the dunes of Japan sound like sights to behold. The author has done a fabulous job transcending the reader into times gone by and unfamiliar landscapes.
I was surprised by the last story. The genre included mystery and elements of horror. Within this eerie tale, there is an abundance of human emotion and love. I enjoyed this story, and it was a welcome and unique addition. The author shows skill in switching between genres and appealing to different audiences. The book is suited to adult readers who enjoy original short stories.
The book is well-edited. I enjoyed each story and found the settings and times gone by mesmerising. I found the book sparked many emotions and provided many genres. I found nothing to dislike about the book, so I give it 5 out of 5 stars.
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Escape in 1948
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Escape in 1948 by B. W. Wilson is a collection of short fictional stories. The stories occur around the world and immerse you in times gone by. The book includes excitement, adventure, mystery, and human emotion.
In 1948, Russians closed all borders to Czechoslovakia. A small group of patriots plan to escape by fleeing the country. The leader, Victor, takes his faithful dog, Fljot, a dependable ally trained to scout for danger. Within the group are small children sedated to ensure quietness whilst travelling at night. This mission may cost the group their lives. In other stories, an American platoon is deployed to the Congo to help fight rebels. Another story is in Vietnam, where the soldiers find the wildlife to be more of a threatening enemy. Two American boys learn about traditional tuna fishing off the shore of Japan in a tale about lost traditions. In the final mysterious tale, a deceased wife finds ways to communicate signs to her bereaved husband.
The author has written an excellent variety of stories. There are a mix of genres within the book. The variety of genres will appeal to a variety of readers. I enjoyed the writing style that keeps you engaged and engrossed. I particularly liked the use of different locations and past times in history. The author has brought historical events into the stories, making it an enlightening read. The descriptions of each region and its wildlife are vivid, setting each scene in the mind's eye.
My favourite parts of the stories are the descriptions of exotic wildlife, such as tigers and tarantulas. Also, I enjoyed learning about the landscapes of faraway lands. The highlands of Vietnam and the dunes of Japan sound like sights to behold. The author has done a fabulous job transcending the reader into times gone by and unfamiliar landscapes.
I was surprised by the last story. The genre included mystery and elements of horror. Within this eerie tale, there is an abundance of human emotion and love. I enjoyed this story, and it was a welcome and unique addition. The author shows skill in switching between genres and appealing to different audiences. The book is suited to adult readers who enjoy original short stories.
The book is well-edited. I enjoyed each story and found the settings and times gone by mesmerising. I found the book sparked many emotions and provided many genres. I found nothing to dislike about the book, so I give it 5 out of 5 stars.
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Escape in 1948
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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