When Reason Sleeps

by Jennifer Parker

"Stories have to start somewhere; they are to be found in the smallest choices that we all make, and ours is no different."

Cameron and Jude are forever joined by one terrible childhood act that destroyed the lives of so many around them. As they seek redemption, their attempts to make sense of that day are told by those most affected by their actions.

But from some choices, can there ever be a way back?

158 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2012

Reviews

[Timothy Langston · Rating 5 out of 5]

The debut novel from Jennifer Parker is a gripping and exciting read, delving into the minds of a host of well-captured characters, who respond to the terrible crime of Jude and Cameron. Through this thought-provoking range of personal accounts, Parker plays with the readers' sympathies and loyalties. Paired with the un-chronological structure of the book, these elements maintain an air of ambiguity throughout this short novel, building towards a moving conclusion.

Parker's prose is varied and very readable; crafting harrowing images, heart-warming accounts of love and cutting wit in difficult circumstances.

This book is well worth a read, the pace of the writing makes for an exciting read and the realisation of Parker's well-layered detail leaves you with the want to start it again right away.