A review by jscar82
The History of Sound by Ben Shattuck

emotional hopeful mysterious reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Fantastic collection of interwoven stories. Ben’s ability to create pathos and a visceral sense of place is admirable and inspiring. I love how he uses words and locations to craft characters that are layered and lived-in.