Review of The Peruvian Book of the Dead
Posted: 03 Jan 2025, 13:02
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Peruvian Book of the Dead" by Roger J. Florschutz.]
Brisdon disappeared 15 years ago. A week later, after his disappearance, his wife, Imogen, discovered his journal covered in a book cover titled The Tibetan Book of the Dead, which was in a suitcase. Reading the journal, Imogen learned that Brisdon had recorded details of his life before they met. She noticed that every entry started with Dear Karen... As she read further, a different Brisdon came into focus; she realized Karen was Brisdon's sister, who disappeared when they were children. Their parents searched for her until they died in a plane crash, but she was never found.
The book tells a story of Brisdon's love and friendship with Cesar, as well as a separate account, narrated by Margret, Brisdon's mother, about Karen's disappearance. After facing challenges, especially the dark story in Ataccala, Cesar and Brisdon parted ways. However, they both felt a void that no one else could fill until they met the day before Brisdon disappeared. What happened to them after the meeting? Was Brisdon ever found? Was Karen ever found? What transpired the day Karen disappeared? Get a copy of the book " The Peruvian Book of the Dead" by Roger J. Florschutz.
Everything in the book was on point; I liked how the story was told from the viewpoints of all the characters. I was able to connect the stories, and I never lost myself on the way or got confused about the stories. The book detailed the struggles faced by homosexual individuals in the past, with some even being sent to jail. Love won all the battles; though apart, Cesar and Brisdon found their way back to each other. Just when I thought I had figured out what would happen, the story took an unexpected turn, keeping me hooked.
The book explored infidelity's consequences, the cost of keeping secrets, and the effects of bad parenting. The book delved into the themes of love and friendship, loss and grief, as well as resilience. I had a minor difficulty with some native words, but they never affected my interest in reading the book. I found no negative criticism about the book, and I therefore rate it 5 stars out of 5 because it was exceptionally and flawlessly edited. I found the book engaging and captivating.
The book is a perfect read for adults except those who are uncomfortable with books that openly address homosexuality and its challenges. The book also contains instances of severe profanity.
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The Peruvian Book of the Dead
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Brisdon disappeared 15 years ago. A week later, after his disappearance, his wife, Imogen, discovered his journal covered in a book cover titled The Tibetan Book of the Dead, which was in a suitcase. Reading the journal, Imogen learned that Brisdon had recorded details of his life before they met. She noticed that every entry started with Dear Karen... As she read further, a different Brisdon came into focus; she realized Karen was Brisdon's sister, who disappeared when they were children. Their parents searched for her until they died in a plane crash, but she was never found.
The book tells a story of Brisdon's love and friendship with Cesar, as well as a separate account, narrated by Margret, Brisdon's mother, about Karen's disappearance. After facing challenges, especially the dark story in Ataccala, Cesar and Brisdon parted ways. However, they both felt a void that no one else could fill until they met the day before Brisdon disappeared. What happened to them after the meeting? Was Brisdon ever found? Was Karen ever found? What transpired the day Karen disappeared? Get a copy of the book " The Peruvian Book of the Dead" by Roger J. Florschutz.
Everything in the book was on point; I liked how the story was told from the viewpoints of all the characters. I was able to connect the stories, and I never lost myself on the way or got confused about the stories. The book detailed the struggles faced by homosexual individuals in the past, with some even being sent to jail. Love won all the battles; though apart, Cesar and Brisdon found their way back to each other. Just when I thought I had figured out what would happen, the story took an unexpected turn, keeping me hooked.
The book explored infidelity's consequences, the cost of keeping secrets, and the effects of bad parenting. The book delved into the themes of love and friendship, loss and grief, as well as resilience. I had a minor difficulty with some native words, but they never affected my interest in reading the book. I found no negative criticism about the book, and I therefore rate it 5 stars out of 5 because it was exceptionally and flawlessly edited. I found the book engaging and captivating.
The book is a perfect read for adults except those who are uncomfortable with books that openly address homosexuality and its challenges. The book also contains instances of severe profanity.
******
The Peruvian Book of the Dead
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
