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starlitbooknerd's review against another edition
5.0
This book is amazingly awesome and I love the way it was written!! You guys are awesome!
lcmarie19's review against another edition
4.0
**This book was given to me in exchange for my honest/unbiased review**
Very interesting take on the Seven Deadly Sins.
As someone who went to Catholic school for 13 years, and with a vast interest in Greco-Roman (and Latin) history, I am always game for a good Seven Deadly Sins tale. So you can imagine my excitement when I was told that's what this book was going to be about.
From the ladies of FRACTURED GLASS, I knew that I was going to be presented with something good. Something that was different and I was right. SEVEN (7) is definitely different, in the very best way.
There are SIX parts, with a bonus story at the end. Five of those six parts are written by each of the authors, while the final part (the sixth part) was written together. As with FRACTURED GLASS, I can most definitely hear (and see) the variance in writing style and voice which, as I've said before, is VERY fascinating to me. To be able to write one cohesive story with five different minds? That's such a feat! One that these ladies excel brilliantly at.
Now, I think that the book leaves a trail of breadcrumbs from beginning to end, for the reader to put together because there IS a moment at the end of the book that puts everything into perspective. BUT because I'm the most cynical, analytical, "I dare you to surprise me" reader ever (especially when it comes to things like this), I saw everything coming by part 2. I won't tell you how or why, because I wish for everyone to experience the glory of the reveals as they come, but I will say that even though I wasn't surprised, I was very pleased.
Names. Names, names, names. I couldn't help but smile at the names of these characters. For obvious, or not so obvious reasons. It's almost a meta experience, except it's not self-referential, in the way that you'd assume. I wish I could detail what I mean by that, but again, I personally think it would taint the experience.
Can we talk about the dark aspects of this story? I mean, this book is dark. It's not your bedtime fairytale, so don't go reading these to your children! But I love that aspect about this book. These authors are women after my own heart. I enjoy a good dark story. It's why I'm a fan of Greco-Roman mythology. It's why I love learning about the history of fairytales -- because those stories are dark and most times very scary (and/or gory).
This book talks about sins that, as human beings, we commit each and every day. And the repercussions -- outside the realm of actuality or not -- of such sins. But there is also insight into the redemptive aspect of sinning. It just fascinated me.
Overall, I don't think anyone will be disappointed in the magnificent effort that this book clearly shows. Sure, I ruined the shock factor for myself, but that's simply because of my background. BUT I sill enjoyed the experience and saw the lessons that each story held.
The scary part about this whole thing? I related to the sinners in the book waaaaaaay more than I care to admit. But hey, humanity is flawed, right? And we're living proof that redemption exists. Grace and mercy and all that.
Very interesting take on the Seven Deadly Sins.
As someone who went to Catholic school for 13 years, and with a vast interest in Greco-Roman (and Latin) history, I am always game for a good Seven Deadly Sins tale. So you can imagine my excitement when I was told that's what this book was going to be about.
From the ladies of FRACTURED GLASS, I knew that I was going to be presented with something good. Something that was different and I was right. SEVEN (7) is definitely different, in the very best way.
There are SIX parts, with a bonus story at the end. Five of those six parts are written by each of the authors, while the final part (the sixth part) was written together. As with FRACTURED GLASS, I can most definitely hear (and see) the variance in writing style and voice which, as I've said before, is VERY fascinating to me. To be able to write one cohesive story with five different minds? That's such a feat! One that these ladies excel brilliantly at.
Now, I think that the book leaves a trail of breadcrumbs from beginning to end, for the reader to put together because there IS a moment at the end of the book that puts everything into perspective. BUT because I'm the most cynical, analytical, "I dare you to surprise me" reader ever (especially when it comes to things like this), I saw everything coming by part 2. I won't tell you how or why, because I wish for everyone to experience the glory of the reveals as they come, but I will say that even though I wasn't surprised, I was very pleased.
Names. Names, names, names. I couldn't help but smile at the names of these characters. For obvious, or not so obvious reasons. It's almost a meta experience, except it's not self-referential, in the way that you'd assume. I wish I could detail what I mean by that, but again, I personally think it would taint the experience.
Can we talk about the dark aspects of this story? I mean, this book is dark. It's not your bedtime fairytale, so don't go reading these to your children! But I love that aspect about this book. These authors are women after my own heart. I enjoy a good dark story. It's why I'm a fan of Greco-Roman mythology. It's why I love learning about the history of fairytales -- because those stories are dark and most times very scary (and/or gory).
This book talks about sins that, as human beings, we commit each and every day. And the repercussions -- outside the realm of actuality or not -- of such sins. But there is also insight into the redemptive aspect of sinning. It just fascinated me.
Overall, I don't think anyone will be disappointed in the magnificent effort that this book clearly shows. Sure, I ruined the shock factor for myself, but that's simply because of my background. BUT I sill enjoyed the experience and saw the lessons that each story held.
The scary part about this whole thing? I related to the sinners in the book waaaaaaay more than I care to admit. But hey, humanity is flawed, right? And we're living proof that redemption exists. Grace and mercy and all that.
paperbacksandpinot's review against another edition
5.0
Whilst I would usually start my reviews with a synopsis I am struggling to know where to start, such are the twists in this tale. 7 parts in total, 5 are the stories of a life belonging to a man named Thomas; the other 2, well you’ll just have to wait and see - but they are a whole load of WOW! Each life of Thomas, from ancient Rome to ghetto New York weaves a story beset with emotion, choices and chances. It becomes clear that every incarnation of Thomas reflects a man with many loves, failings and achievements, some of which will ultimately become his potential downfall. Whilst the obvious link between the stories is Thomas, you know there is something else, something which becomes clear a few stories in. The link between his loves is subtle but enough to make you realise there is more to come.
Ultimately 7 is a tale of redemption, but why does Thomas need to be redeemed? Faced with the sins of his past lives does Thomas have the capacity to repent and can he really face the truth of the choices he has made and the truth of what has led him to the culmination of part 6.
7 really made me think, really made me consider how the 7 deadly sins feed into our lives without even realising. Part 6 starts on a bombshell and then drops a whole load of “say what?” on top of it. It’s a huge turning point and really brings ideology into focus. I especially love the eponymous twist of the authors names in the tale, it really bring a different dimension to it.
In short if you are after a tale with a difference, a tale which will make you think and a tale that may make you take a closer look at the way you live you life, you will not be disappointed with 7.
Ultimately 7 is a tale of redemption, but why does Thomas need to be redeemed? Faced with the sins of his past lives does Thomas have the capacity to repent and can he really face the truth of the choices he has made and the truth of what has led him to the culmination of part 6.
7 really made me think, really made me consider how the 7 deadly sins feed into our lives without even realising. Part 6 starts on a bombshell and then drops a whole load of “say what?” on top of it. It’s a huge turning point and really brings ideology into focus. I especially love the eponymous twist of the authors names in the tale, it really bring a different dimension to it.
In short if you are after a tale with a difference, a tale which will make you think and a tale that may make you take a closer look at the way you live you life, you will not be disappointed with 7.
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