The Changing Season
by Steven
Manchester
www.stevenmanchester.com
commercial fiction; YA
ISBN is
978-1611882261
Reviewed by Beth Cutwright originally for http://bethartfromtheheart.blogspot.ca
Review:
In my humble opinion, Steven Manchester is one of this
generations greatest writers and so when something comes out by him, it becomes
the top book to be read in my TBR pile. I can't help it, his writing always
speaks to my heart and leaves me with so much to think about.
The
Changing Season resonated with me as I could relate on so many levels to this
tremendous tale of growing up. Like Billy Baker, I loved animals and I was
carried on a splashing sea of uncertainty....what did I want to do with my life
after high school? I never did determine what I should do, unlike our young
hero, Billy.
Another thing we shared was a strong moral ethic and a
strong sense of loyalty to our friends. Billy was your normal teenager
experiencing first love, a vile test of friendship, and a job he came to love
and appreciate.
The author could have taken this story in so many
different directions, but I loved the simplicity of the relationship between dog
and boy. The story could've been about your next door neighbor or at the very
least, someone you know.
This book is an easy read for those who love
coming of age tales, dogs, and first love.
I loved it. I am excited that it
was my first read in 2016. It's a good sign for future reads this
year.
I rated this a five Wink read!
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