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A review by rock_n_reads
The Special by James Newman, Mark Steensland
5.0
The Special is a great collaboration between James Newman and Mark Steensland! As a fan of Newman's writing, I felt confident that I was in for a treat when I picked up this novella.
I typically don't include a synopsis in my reviews, and I'm sticking with that in this scenario. Especially since this story is only 84 pages. Here's what I can tell you about The Special: it's a cautionary tale, and it has the best elements of a well-written story. Relatable characters, excellent plot and pacing, and cringe-worthy moments. There's humor at the appropriate moments, and I also found myself using the wide-eyed emoji in my reading updates a time or two. This is a wild ride for the reader, as we experience what happens when Jerry encounters too much of a "good thing" in his life.
This novella is currently being made into a film, and I'm definitely here for it. Also, I give bonus points to any story that mentions one of my favorite Led Zeppelin songs.
I typically don't include a synopsis in my reviews, and I'm sticking with that in this scenario. Especially since this story is only 84 pages. Here's what I can tell you about The Special: it's a cautionary tale, and it has the best elements of a well-written story. Relatable characters, excellent plot and pacing, and cringe-worthy moments. There's humor at the appropriate moments, and I also found myself using the wide-eyed emoji in my reading updates a time or two. This is a wild ride for the reader, as we experience what happens when Jerry encounters too much of a "good thing" in his life.
This novella is currently being made into a film, and I'm definitely here for it. Also, I give bonus points to any story that mentions one of my favorite Led Zeppelin songs.