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Warning's Wane
Upon notification of his mother-in-law's failing health, Paul Danniers agrees to move with his wife, Colleen, to Praxia Island, a small town off the coast of Maine. The two suddenly find themselves thrust into a society of recluses who obey a peculiar set of rules, including Disappearance - the belief that if two people touch, they disappear.
As their stay extends into months, Paul enters an uncertain spiral of paranoia, and, with the help of the curious and sometimes terrifying residents, begins to uncover the island's secrets - most troubling of which is a deep-rooted connection that Colleen seems to have with the town, one that threatens to possess her entirely.
A lucid adaptation of the myth of the Sirens, Warning's Wane is a dizzying study of madness, isolation, and the power of the collective unconscious.
As their stay extends into months, Paul enters an uncertain spiral of paranoia, and, with the help of the curious and sometimes terrifying residents, begins to uncover the island's secrets - most troubling of which is a deep-rooted connection that Colleen seems to have with the town, one that threatens to possess her entirely.
A lucid adaptation of the myth of the Sirens, Warning's Wane is a dizzying study of madness, isolation, and the power of the collective unconscious.
466 pages, Paperback
First published September 10, 2015
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Jaclyn Little
1 book17 followersJaclyn Little was born in Columbus, Ohio and currently lives in Brooklyn, New York. She studied English Literature and Film Studies at Ohio State University and Philosophy, Art, and Critical Thought at European Graduate School. Her debut novel, Warning's Wane, released in September 2015. She is currently working on her second novel.
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June 10, 2024
Well, I don't know from where to start..
Jaclyn did a finest job with her debut writing (official, obviously). I must say this novel remarks the evolution of a Promising Writer to read in Future(must).
The story is the combination love, thrill, mystery, horror and what not that one need to have in one literary work. To bring all the contents in one place is hard for anyone but Jaclyn had done a great job. I read some other reviews also and very much agree with Kearney's . I really enjoyed it to the fullest. It gives you the feel of sizzling coal that burns slowly to give warmth in cold. I feel happy that I read Warning's Wane. Ms. Little has bought every emotion in her work very smoothly.
Story Starts with the arrival of Protagonists' (Paul & Colleen) on the Island of Praxia, the one that is not exist for rest of the world. Paul's uncertain paranoia because of the curious and sometimes terrifying residents, his initiative to uncover the island's secrets - most troubling of which is a deep-rooted connection that Colleen seems to have with the town, one that threatens to possess her entirely. Only God can give such natural seeming thought. "Touching is not allowed on Praxia Island", this the newest thought which makes the story more interesting. I never thought I like the book that much, A LOT. How one can live without touching their loved ones, their off-springs, their parents, even the one who is dying and needs care? The story goes slow & steady but with full matured mystery that bring enthusiasm and curiosity to read it in go. to make me stuck with it I tried to read slow and let the good time continue for big period.
Reading this makes me more curious for what Jaclyn will bring next. I have to keep eye on You Ms. Little. There is always a space for improvement which makes you a big name. It comes with time. After reading it full you may'll Question yourself for if this a true story? This is the aura that Author has created of her work. She knows how to play with time, memory and space. creating a visual image of the scene like getting a letter to read through calligraphy makes her the master of language, the one knew what kind of language to use, and when & how to use.
I am looking forward for this novel to transform very soon into a Big Movie. the one with lovers all over the world.
However, I got this "Warning's Wane" as a part of giveaway contest, but I must say My reviews are not much into this effect in front of what this work actually is.
Hats-Off to you Jaclyn for this stunning Debut Novel. I wish we'll get more from you in coming Years.
For me this deserves 5.0/5.0
Jaclyn did a finest job with her debut writing (official, obviously). I must say this novel remarks the evolution of a Promising Writer to read in Future(must).
The story is the combination love, thrill, mystery, horror and what not that one need to have in one literary work. To bring all the contents in one place is hard for anyone but Jaclyn had done a great job. I read some other reviews also and very much agree with Kearney's . I really enjoyed it to the fullest. It gives you the feel of sizzling coal that burns slowly to give warmth in cold. I feel happy that I read Warning's Wane. Ms. Little has bought every emotion in her work very smoothly.
Story Starts with the arrival of Protagonists' (Paul & Colleen) on the Island of Praxia, the one that is not exist for rest of the world. Paul's uncertain paranoia because of the curious and sometimes terrifying residents, his initiative to uncover the island's secrets - most troubling of which is a deep-rooted connection that Colleen seems to have with the town, one that threatens to possess her entirely. Only God can give such natural seeming thought. "Touching is not allowed on Praxia Island", this the newest thought which makes the story more interesting. I never thought I like the book that much, A LOT. How one can live without touching their loved ones, their off-springs, their parents, even the one who is dying and needs care? The story goes slow & steady but with full matured mystery that bring enthusiasm and curiosity to read it in go. to make me stuck with it I tried to read slow and let the good time continue for big period.
Reading this makes me more curious for what Jaclyn will bring next. I have to keep eye on You Ms. Little. There is always a space for improvement which makes you a big name. It comes with time. After reading it full you may'll Question yourself for if this a true story? This is the aura that Author has created of her work. She knows how to play with time, memory and space. creating a visual image of the scene like getting a letter to read through calligraphy makes her the master of language, the one knew what kind of language to use, and when & how to use.
I am looking forward for this novel to transform very soon into a Big Movie. the one with lovers all over the world.
However, I got this "Warning's Wane" as a part of giveaway contest, but I must say My reviews are not much into this effect in front of what this work actually is.
Hats-Off to you Jaclyn for this stunning Debut Novel. I wish we'll get more from you in coming Years.
For me this deserves 5.0/5.0
October 12, 2015
Stunning debut that marks the emergence of a promising literary writer.
Loved all of the nods to Greek mythology and the different symbolism used throughout. Very clever use of colors, shapes, and the elements. I could probably read this several times and get a new "trick" out of it. Her nods to Pynchon had to have been purposeful. She's by no means on the same level (yet), but she uses metaphors just as deeply and, as a Pynchon fan, this makes me really excited. I love the way she plays with time and memory, and how it's really the communication that tears these people apart...not the "no touching". Also really loved the way she physically breaks down the language, all the way into calligrammes at the end - not to give away too much. But holy!
The story itself made me think a lot about sources of authority and how we pass immediate judgement on others, as well as my own relationships with family and partners. Jaclyn is a very cinematic writer and I did not find it surprising to learn she studied Film in college. I could easily see this being adapted into a movie one day.
I think my favorite part of this novel is that she is a female writing as a male. As a man, I never doubted Paul's man-ness and I think this is incredible. He is (I believe purposefully?) not the most likable of guys and pretty sexist. At a surface level it seems like men are running this island, but when you look closer, you see that it is actually the women. This, combined with her obvious reference to Homer's Sirens, is just purely genius.
My only issues were that the language was sometimes cliche and the story took a while to pick up speed, but I'm glad I stuck with it. It's a slow burn that explodes in a dizzying chaos at the end. She has definite room for improvement, but I'll be keeping my eye on her. Looking forward to reading the next one!
Loved all of the nods to Greek mythology and the different symbolism used throughout. Very clever use of colors, shapes, and the elements. I could probably read this several times and get a new "trick" out of it. Her nods to Pynchon had to have been purposeful. She's by no means on the same level (yet), but she uses metaphors just as deeply and, as a Pynchon fan, this makes me really excited. I love the way she plays with time and memory, and how it's really the communication that tears these people apart...not the "no touching". Also really loved the way she physically breaks down the language, all the way into calligrammes at the end - not to give away too much. But holy!
The story itself made me think a lot about sources of authority and how we pass immediate judgement on others, as well as my own relationships with family and partners. Jaclyn is a very cinematic writer and I did not find it surprising to learn she studied Film in college. I could easily see this being adapted into a movie one day.
I think my favorite part of this novel is that she is a female writing as a male. As a man, I never doubted Paul's man-ness and I think this is incredible. He is (I believe purposefully?) not the most likable of guys and pretty sexist. At a surface level it seems like men are running this island, but when you look closer, you see that it is actually the women. This, combined with her obvious reference to Homer's Sirens, is just purely genius.
My only issues were that the language was sometimes cliche and the story took a while to pick up speed, but I'm glad I stuck with it. It's a slow burn that explodes in a dizzying chaos at the end. She has definite room for improvement, but I'll be keeping my eye on her. Looking forward to reading the next one!
July 22, 2016
I truly enjoyed reading this book. One of those books you can't put down, that you just want to keep reading, although you're also afraid of what will happen on the next page...
I would recommend it to everyone!
I would recommend it to everyone!
August 9, 2016
I received this book by entering a Goodreads giveaway.
I had trouble putting this book down. The story and writing were mesmerizing. I am not sure I grasped all that was going on but the mystery of what was going to happen kept me reading. My only complaint is that I received a copy of the book that had some blacked out sections so the flow was interrupted for awhile as I wondered what I had missed. I would recommend this to anyone who appreciates a story written by a very talented writer.
I had trouble putting this book down. The story and writing were mesmerizing. I am not sure I grasped all that was going on but the mystery of what was going to happen kept me reading. My only complaint is that I received a copy of the book that had some blacked out sections so the flow was interrupted for awhile as I wondered what I had missed. I would recommend this to anyone who appreciates a story written by a very talented writer.
February 23, 2016
Very suspenseful, but I wanted to know the secrets of the island.
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October 2, 2015Yea, Little!!! Good job, princess! I hope to read it soon. :)
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December 17, 2015I loved this book. I can't say much without spoilers, but the imagery stays with me months later. The pacing was great, the characters are rich, the world is worth living in for a few weeks :)
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