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The Wandering Tree
Poverty has a way of stripping childhood of its dignity, a fact of life that Lincoln Chase knows all too well. Wearing thrift store clothes, praying to the gods of adolescence that some loud-mouthed kid doesn't recognize his old shirt. Building up firewood reserves while other boys are out popping fly balls without a care in the world. It’s a relentless condition without a single redeeming quality.
Of course, being poor is something that Lincoln has had time to accept. That his father is a convicted murderer, on the other hand... well, that's a fresh wound that’ll take some getting used to. And soon enough it’ll be the least of his problems.
Yet all is not lost. Because in a long neglected hayfield, something extraordinary is happening—something so contrary to human thinking that the rules of possibility begin to unravel. And for a boy like Lincoln, it doesn’t merely change the way he sees the world.
It changes everything.
Of course, being poor is something that Lincoln has had time to accept. That his father is a convicted murderer, on the other hand... well, that's a fresh wound that’ll take some getting used to. And soon enough it’ll be the least of his problems.
Yet all is not lost. Because in a long neglected hayfield, something extraordinary is happening—something so contrary to human thinking that the rules of possibility begin to unravel. And for a boy like Lincoln, it doesn’t merely change the way he sees the world.
It changes everything.
426 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 15, 2016
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Daniel Wimberley
7 books19 followersDaniel Wimberley is a professional web developer, moonlighting writer and self-proclaimed voice of the dork. Well, the voice of a dork, anyway. He isn't smart enough for the fraternity of nerdhood, yet he's helplessly drawn to it like an ewok to the Starship Enterprise.
Daniel lives with his wife and children in northeastern Oklahoma. He enjoys the nuts and bolts of website development and integration, application development, audio and video production and photography.
2016 Best Book Awards Finalist
>The Pedestal - Science Fiction;
>The Wandering Tree - Visionary, Religious
Daniel lives with his wife and children in northeastern Oklahoma. He enjoys the nuts and bolts of website development and integration, application development, audio and video production and photography.
2016 Best Book Awards Finalist
>The Pedestal - Science Fiction;
>The Wandering Tree - Visionary, Religious
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June 5, 2018
I've spent a lot of time thinking about what to write to review this book.
The TL;DR version is: It's amazing. Whether you want to take it at face value or cast aside the Christian elements and say "I can do it my way," there's something here that everyone should read. Doesn't matter where you come from, it matters where you're going and how you get there. If more people demonstrated the kind of heart and compassion Lincoln Chase does in this book, well, the world still wouldn't be a kumbaya fire pit, but it'd be a few steps closer to it.
The long version? Well, frankly, it was a bit unnerving to see so much of myself in Lincoln. I didn't grow up in a trailer park and my father didn't go to prison for killing someone, but suffice to say there were a lot of similarities. I can't remember the precise line, but there was one point, about halfway through, where Lincoln's mother reacts to something, and the description of her face, the eyes, and the resentment bubbling below the surface that was tangible. It was something I've seen and experienced myself. And at that moment, I realized the author had to have as well.
Abuse comes in so many different forms. Most of us have been there in some form or another, though many of us may not even realize it. You live a life that becomes normal to you, and it's not until you step into the wider world that you can really look back and say, "That wasn't right, that wasn't normal." And you can BREAK THE CYCLE. And so there's something therapeutic in this work, whether it's just reading about someone going through similar circumstances, or whether you come away thinking, "Well, I've at least had it better than that guy..."
Maybe it drives you to Christ or maybe it makes you resent Him, but either way, it's going to make you question what you believe. The book brilliantly touches on existential and spiritual issues without getting bogged down by either or flying off on tangents. Are we here for a reason? Is there a point to the suffering we go through? Did God ordain it, or simply allow us to bear it to sharpen us like a sword blade?
What do you believe?
I believe this book is a masterpiece. Even if Christianity is not your flavor, there is still a lot here for you. Give it a read and see how much of yourself you find in Lincoln Chase. Maybe you'll find unhealed wounds you didn't know existed, and they can start to heal.
The TL;DR version is: It's amazing. Whether you want to take it at face value or cast aside the Christian elements and say "I can do it my way," there's something here that everyone should read. Doesn't matter where you come from, it matters where you're going and how you get there. If more people demonstrated the kind of heart and compassion Lincoln Chase does in this book, well, the world still wouldn't be a kumbaya fire pit, but it'd be a few steps closer to it.
The long version? Well, frankly, it was a bit unnerving to see so much of myself in Lincoln. I didn't grow up in a trailer park and my father didn't go to prison for killing someone, but suffice to say there were a lot of similarities. I can't remember the precise line, but there was one point, about halfway through, where Lincoln's mother reacts to something, and the description of her face, the eyes, and the resentment bubbling below the surface that was tangible. It was something I've seen and experienced myself. And at that moment, I realized the author had to have as well.
Abuse comes in so many different forms. Most of us have been there in some form or another, though many of us may not even realize it. You live a life that becomes normal to you, and it's not until you step into the wider world that you can really look back and say, "That wasn't right, that wasn't normal." And you can BREAK THE CYCLE. And so there's something therapeutic in this work, whether it's just reading about someone going through similar circumstances, or whether you come away thinking, "Well, I've at least had it better than that guy..."
Maybe it drives you to Christ or maybe it makes you resent Him, but either way, it's going to make you question what you believe. The book brilliantly touches on existential and spiritual issues without getting bogged down by either or flying off on tangents. Are we here for a reason? Is there a point to the suffering we go through? Did God ordain it, or simply allow us to bear it to sharpen us like a sword blade?
What do you believe?
I believe this book is a masterpiece. Even if Christianity is not your flavor, there is still a lot here for you. Give it a read and see how much of yourself you find in Lincoln Chase. Maybe you'll find unhealed wounds you didn't know existed, and they can start to heal.
April 22, 2018
Forgiveness
I loved this story! I really loved this story! The power of love, forgiveness, and hope make this an amazing journey in spite of all the unfairness dumped on this young man's life! Thank you, Daniel! Well done!
I loved this story! I really loved this story! The power of love, forgiveness, and hope make this an amazing journey in spite of all the unfairness dumped on this young man's life! Thank you, Daniel! Well done!
July 3, 2020
Best book I have read. He tells a story like no other. The Wandering Tree is a coming of age novel like nothing you’ve ever read before. Several aspects of Lincoln Chase’s adolescence set him apart. Heart-wrenching poor, he lives in a hard-scrabble trailer park on the wrong side of the tracks.
May 7, 2016
The Wandering Tree is a coming of age novel like nothing you’ve ever read before. Several aspects of Lincoln Chase’s adolescence set him apart from the stereotypical struggles with raging hormones and peer acceptance. Heart-wrenchingly poor, he lives in a hard-scrabble trailer park on the wrong side of the tracks. In the midst of his struggle to grow up, his father kills a man, is convicted, and incarcerated. Raised with his brother by a single mother and a grandfather in the throes of dementia, he finds solace under a huge elm tree, rooted in a hay field where a meteorite once crashed. As he tries to find his way in the world with little or no guidance, hints of the tree’s paranormal powers emerge subtly and then blossom in moments of great inspiration, motivation, and intuition that only come to Link while in its presence. Beautifully written, this creative telling of a perilous climb out of childhood to maturity warms your heart and uplifts your soul.
December 8, 2017
Terrific book!
Wow is all I can say, this book had me in tears a third of the way through. Not often a book has such a profound effect on me. I sure hope there's a sequel as I would so love one. Thanks to the author for reaching out and touching me like that.
Wow is all I can say, this book had me in tears a third of the way through. Not often a book has such a profound effect on me. I sure hope there's a sequel as I would so love one. Thanks to the author for reaching out and touching me like that.
September 9, 2017
One of the best books I've read in a long time. I purchased it as a freebie and forgot about it a bit as I read a whole bunch of other books. From the time I opened it, though, it was hard to put down. I only did it to go to work or before bed. I deliberately did not start reading before my "must do's" were done and I read past my bedtime a lot, but it was worth it.
The book is the story of Lincoln Chase, "Link". He has the odds stacked against him from the beginning and fate is not kind to him, but he has a strength of character and a level of stubbornness that is irresistible. His journey from scared and alienated little boy to a man of deep conviction and honor, via a life of bumps and knocks from the conventional human culprits as well as capricious fate, is well worth the read at full price. To receive it for free was a true gift.
Utterly recommend to anyone who loves a good book.
The book is the story of Lincoln Chase, "Link". He has the odds stacked against him from the beginning and fate is not kind to him, but he has a strength of character and a level of stubbornness that is irresistible. His journey from scared and alienated little boy to a man of deep conviction and honor, via a life of bumps and knocks from the conventional human culprits as well as capricious fate, is well worth the read at full price. To receive it for free was a true gift.
Utterly recommend to anyone who loves a good book.
May 17, 2020
The Wandering Tree by Daniel Wimberley
I found this book to be altogether fascinating, tough to read, hysterical, too honest and yet heartwarming at the same time. Told in first person, it's often real-time, as if he's telling you things as they're happening, but some of it comes out like memories.
Lincoln Chase was a young boy who had one of the hardest lives to bear, but bear it he did. Withdrawn for a lot of reasons, he faced life in the poorest of trailer parks in Shawnee, Oklahoma. He blended in with the woodwork as much as he could because, in his estimation, why would anyone want to pay him any attention? He was plain, wore church "poor-box" castoffs, he was little and had only one good friend who also lived in that unfortunate neighborhood.
Then two really awful things happened in his sorry life. One was when his father was put away for murder, the next a disfiguring accident.
Now that all sounds like way too much to have to read, but this author has a way of writing with such constant comic relief that I couldn’t stop reading. He sounds like a boy. As Lincoln grows, the author sounds like a teenager. It was very well done with teen angst and all.
Fun quotes...just look at the way this author describes things...some made me laugh out loud...
About his best friend...
"Indeed, Brigham was the envy of every flaccid nerd and geek in school. He hadn’t merely sidestepped the cruelty of juvenile ridicule; the very paradigm that kept most of us on the sidelines of life had parted like the Red Sea to grant him passage."
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"The foothills of my youth are breadcrumbed by painful memories and as hard as I try to navigate them, they rise up like ghosts to haunt me at night. They take me by the hand and whisper things I can’t bear to hear. They draw me into the past, back to a time best left forgotten, back to where it all began."
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"My selfishness disgusted me yet I found myself at its mercy—which is of course ironic considering that selfishness is by nature indifferent to mercy."
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"Only, instead of bug spray this guy reeked of unwashed neglect, augmented by the acrid perfume of an overstuffed ashtray."
About the librarian...
"The next thing I knew, Ms. Winters was sprinting toward me, closing the ground between us at a pace that was less in form with an aging librarian than a cheetah running down a poor gazelle. I’m not gonna lie—it freaked me out. Even with the glass between us, my arms rose instinctively to shield my face because the glass seemed to disappear in the blur of her momentum. An instant later, the glass door flew open and I was yanked into a fierce embrace that dang near lifted me off my feet. When I was sure that my throat hadn’t been torn out by a grassland cat, I gave in to the hug. I even allowed myself a smile, because as far as greetings went, this one was pretty epic."
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"'The awards banquet, of course. You get to read your poem at next week’s ceremony in Oklahoma City.' Oh, that was rich. I get to? Fantastic. Like it was a dream of mine to stand in front of a few hundred strangers and pee my pants."
Puppy shopping...
"...the Lab’s ears shot up and her tail began to wag with such vigor that she lost control over her own rear end; that little tail of hers dang near took flight like a helicopter rotor, slapping her siblings silly along the way. I bent down to scratch her head and while the other puppies went more or less berserk—as puppies are prone to do..."
Three things to note...
Not typical Christian Fiction...in the least. I’m simply not used to reading such — hmmm — honesty with regards to what goes through a teenage boy's hormone-affected mind… more hinted at than blatant.
The topic of homosexuality was mention once, then actually focused on at some point later. At first it was uncomfortable thinking the author was taking it in a direction I don’t care for, but when counseling (from a wise Christian man) on the topic came up it was handled well.
Last, Lincoln's faith was finally written in. Kind of different, but interesting. You have to read a lot to get to that point though, like 95%. Whew.
Daniel Wimberley is a new-to-me author so I didn’t know what to expect. Honestly, I laughed hard, even shed some tears, and I never highlighted in a book as much as I did this one (except my Bible).
This book may not be for everyone, but, despite making me uncomfortable, because of Mr. Wimberley's amazing way with words I'm giving it 4.25 stars.
I found this book to be altogether fascinating, tough to read, hysterical, too honest and yet heartwarming at the same time. Told in first person, it's often real-time, as if he's telling you things as they're happening, but some of it comes out like memories.
Lincoln Chase was a young boy who had one of the hardest lives to bear, but bear it he did. Withdrawn for a lot of reasons, he faced life in the poorest of trailer parks in Shawnee, Oklahoma. He blended in with the woodwork as much as he could because, in his estimation, why would anyone want to pay him any attention? He was plain, wore church "poor-box" castoffs, he was little and had only one good friend who also lived in that unfortunate neighborhood.
Then two really awful things happened in his sorry life. One was when his father was put away for murder, the next a disfiguring accident.
Now that all sounds like way too much to have to read, but this author has a way of writing with such constant comic relief that I couldn’t stop reading. He sounds like a boy. As Lincoln grows, the author sounds like a teenager. It was very well done with teen angst and all.
Fun quotes...just look at the way this author describes things...some made me laugh out loud...
About his best friend...
"Indeed, Brigham was the envy of every flaccid nerd and geek in school. He hadn’t merely sidestepped the cruelty of juvenile ridicule; the very paradigm that kept most of us on the sidelines of life had parted like the Red Sea to grant him passage."
*******************************
"The foothills of my youth are breadcrumbed by painful memories and as hard as I try to navigate them, they rise up like ghosts to haunt me at night. They take me by the hand and whisper things I can’t bear to hear. They draw me into the past, back to a time best left forgotten, back to where it all began."
*******************************
"My selfishness disgusted me yet I found myself at its mercy—which is of course ironic considering that selfishness is by nature indifferent to mercy."
*******************************
"Only, instead of bug spray this guy reeked of unwashed neglect, augmented by the acrid perfume of an overstuffed ashtray."
About the librarian...
"The next thing I knew, Ms. Winters was sprinting toward me, closing the ground between us at a pace that was less in form with an aging librarian than a cheetah running down a poor gazelle. I’m not gonna lie—it freaked me out. Even with the glass between us, my arms rose instinctively to shield my face because the glass seemed to disappear in the blur of her momentum. An instant later, the glass door flew open and I was yanked into a fierce embrace that dang near lifted me off my feet. When I was sure that my throat hadn’t been torn out by a grassland cat, I gave in to the hug. I even allowed myself a smile, because as far as greetings went, this one was pretty epic."
*******************************
"'The awards banquet, of course. You get to read your poem at next week’s ceremony in Oklahoma City.' Oh, that was rich. I get to? Fantastic. Like it was a dream of mine to stand in front of a few hundred strangers and pee my pants."
Puppy shopping...
"...the Lab’s ears shot up and her tail began to wag with such vigor that she lost control over her own rear end; that little tail of hers dang near took flight like a helicopter rotor, slapping her siblings silly along the way. I bent down to scratch her head and while the other puppies went more or less berserk—as puppies are prone to do..."
Three things to note...
Not typical Christian Fiction...in the least. I’m simply not used to reading such — hmmm — honesty with regards to what goes through a teenage boy's hormone-affected mind… more hinted at than blatant.
The topic of homosexuality was mention once, then actually focused on at some point later. At first it was uncomfortable thinking the author was taking it in a direction I don’t care for, but when counseling (from a wise Christian man) on the topic came up it was handled well.
Last, Lincoln's faith was finally written in. Kind of different, but interesting. You have to read a lot to get to that point though, like 95%. Whew.
Daniel Wimberley is a new-to-me author so I didn’t know what to expect. Honestly, I laughed hard, even shed some tears, and I never highlighted in a book as much as I did this one (except my Bible).
This book may not be for everyone, but, despite making me uncomfortable, because of Mr. Wimberley's amazing way with words I'm giving it 4.25 stars.
April 18, 2021
I loved this author's writing style. Wonderful story.
March 23, 2017
To be honest, I purchased The Wandering Tree only because a Facebook post by the author promoting the book made me laugh. Though the synopsis intrigued me, several months passed before I read the book. I wish I'd read it sooner. I loved it. It is heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time, with humor perfectly woven in. The characters and emotions are so real, it's hard for me to think of it as fiction. I read a lot of books, but not all of them stick with me for long. The Wandering Tree is one that I will not soon forget.
September 11, 2016
Wonderful. Couldn't stop reading!
I was mesmerized. Couldn't put it down. I caught myself crying a few times. Highly recommended read. Wonderful story line.
I was mesmerized. Couldn't put it down. I caught myself crying a few times. Highly recommended read. Wonderful story line.
October 26, 2017
Not certain I have the words
Simply the best book I've read in a very long time and I read every day. Amazing that the author could put into words on paper, feelings and thoughts I can barely realize have been in my head and heart. The tree and meteorite were the perfect touch of fantasy in such a realistic fiction novel.
Simply the best book I've read in a very long time and I read every day. Amazing that the author could put into words on paper, feelings and thoughts I can barely realize have been in my head and heart. The tree and meteorite were the perfect touch of fantasy in such a realistic fiction novel.
September 8, 2017
Fascinating
This book held me captive for three days ! I read it every chance I got and even times when I aS supposed to be doing something else . The plot kept me hanging in never knowing what would happen next. Lincoln became so real . Like I knew him personally. Great book!!!
This book held me captive for three days ! I read it every chance I got and even times when I aS supposed to be doing something else . The plot kept me hanging in never knowing what would happen next. Lincoln became so real . Like I knew him personally. Great book!!!
September 26, 2017
5 stars
I read a lot of books and this is the first review I have written on Amazon. I found it to be very well written. Profound and insightful. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted story.
I read a lot of books and this is the first review I have written on Amazon. I found it to be very well written. Profound and insightful. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted story.
September 22, 2017
The Wandering Tree
I was very impressed by the way you tackled some very difficult issues and did not resort to giving all the pat answers Christians give when they don't know what else to say. Thank you for the mystery and the miracles through all of the twists and turns of this very thought provoking book.
I was very impressed by the way you tackled some very difficult issues and did not resort to giving all the pat answers Christians give when they don't know what else to say. Thank you for the mystery and the miracles through all of the twists and turns of this very thought provoking book.
September 23, 2017
Amazing writing
This book was unlike any other, the writing was amazing, the storyline unique. I was hooked from the start & loved the twist and turns.
This book was unlike any other, the writing was amazing, the storyline unique. I was hooked from the start & loved the twist and turns.
April 18, 2023
Excellent read. Written in first person in a way that provides a fascinating perspective. It was not my usual action driven read, but the intricacies of the relationships easily keep me engaged. Enjoy the read.
October 14, 2017
Charming Coming of Age Tale
I really loved this book. I thought the ending could have been developed more; but, overall, it was a lovely story -
I really loved this book. I thought the ending could have been developed more; but, overall, it was a lovely story -
October 13, 2016
The story of a young boy, Lincoln Chase. Thirteen years old living in poverty with his mother, brother and grandfather. Life is hard growing up poor and for Lincoln it seems like he just can't catch a break.
With his father in prison on murder charges and Lincoln getting into a horrific accident, his life gets progressively worse.
But all is not lost! There is something magical happening in the middle of a field. And Lincoln's life is about to change in ways he could never have imagined.
This coming of age story was heartbreaking to read, as some of the best stories are, because it's real. I know people like Lincoln and I'm sure you do too. I would have liked to have seen what happened to him as an adult, but I'm going to imagine he became a famous writer and made the world a better place!
With his father in prison on murder charges and Lincoln getting into a horrific accident, his life gets progressively worse.
But all is not lost! There is something magical happening in the middle of a field. And Lincoln's life is about to change in ways he could never have imagined.
This coming of age story was heartbreaking to read, as some of the best stories are, because it's real. I know people like Lincoln and I'm sure you do too. I would have liked to have seen what happened to him as an adult, but I'm going to imagine he became a famous writer and made the world a better place!
October 21, 2016
Such a refreshing piece of fiction. I'm hoping for more books so I can continue learning about the life journey of these characters!
This book captivated me and felt real. The characters are so well written I found myself thinking about them as real people in my life. I thoroughly enjoyed the everyday life of these people intertwined with elements of spirituality and the unknown. I can't recommend this book enough!! I also think it would be a fantastic young adult read.
This book captivated me and felt real. The characters are so well written I found myself thinking about them as real people in my life. I thoroughly enjoyed the everyday life of these people intertwined with elements of spirituality and the unknown. I can't recommend this book enough!! I also think it would be a fantastic young adult read.
August 26, 2016
OVery interesting.
The story held my attention throughout. There was always something new. The description of feelings and things made you feel like you were there.
The story held my attention throughout. There was always something new. The description of feelings and things made you feel like you were there.
August 30, 2017
Different
This book takes you into troubled waters. Brings to light that life ain't easy or fair. Life is not always explainable.
This book takes you into troubled waters. Brings to light that life ain't easy or fair. Life is not always explainable.
June 20, 2018
This book could have used one (more?) pass through a professional editor. (I believe this is a self-published book? Certainly seemed like it.) While there was a lot of promise to the storyline, it suffered from passages that were too wordy without much going on, as well as too much "telling" (I get that it was in a sort-of memoir form, but still.) It's over 400 pages, and 100 of those could easily have been cut.
Also, the part of the book that begins in the main character's senior year seemed to just come out of nowhere, there was no buildup to it. There were a few times I wasn't at all sure what was going on (throughout the book), where the author either assumed the reader would just know, or thought it would be clever to hint at something or be vague for the sake of "mystery."
Also, it's "ditto" not "diddo". And "cuckoo" not "coo-coo." There were several instances like this of wrongly spelled words.
So, I think there were nuggets of good story in this book, but overall the problems with it overshadowed the story, especially toward the last 20% of the book when it veered off into very preachy territory. You'd expect some of that, since this is billed as a "Christian coming of age story," but it felt contrived and just sort-of suddenly plopped there.
I wanted to give it more stars, but just couldn't justify them. I do think with a good editor this author could write some very compelling novels.
Also, the part of the book that begins in the main character's senior year seemed to just come out of nowhere, there was no buildup to it. There were a few times I wasn't at all sure what was going on (throughout the book), where the author either assumed the reader would just know, or thought it would be clever to hint at something or be vague for the sake of "mystery."
Also, it's "ditto" not "diddo". And "cuckoo" not "coo-coo." There were several instances like this of wrongly spelled words.
So, I think there were nuggets of good story in this book, but overall the problems with it overshadowed the story, especially toward the last 20% of the book when it veered off into very preachy territory. You'd expect some of that, since this is billed as a "Christian coming of age story," but it felt contrived and just sort-of suddenly plopped there.
I wanted to give it more stars, but just couldn't justify them. I do think with a good editor this author could write some very compelling novels.
November 22, 2019
So worth it!
I have to admit that I didn't like this book at all when I started reading it. I don't know if it was just me or my mood or what. I pushed through and I'm so glad I did. This character came to life for me about mid way. I felt angry for him and I cried for him. How he grew into the man he did was nothing short of wrenching, at times it squeezed my heart with the pain of getting through it all. We all remember Jr. and Sr.High. I also had a hard time in school so I could relate. You will love it and I hope there is a sequel!
I have to admit that I didn't like this book at all when I started reading it. I don't know if it was just me or my mood or what. I pushed through and I'm so glad I did. This character came to life for me about mid way. I felt angry for him and I cried for him. How he grew into the man he did was nothing short of wrenching, at times it squeezed my heart with the pain of getting through it all. We all remember Jr. and Sr.High. I also had a hard time in school so I could relate. You will love it and I hope there is a sequel!
June 25, 2019
Spectacular Author
Daniel, from your first paragraph I knew I would love your writing. Your way with words is mesmerizing like Pat Conroy's style. ( a literary giant) What a heart-wrenching ride you take your reader on all the while leading to the Holy Spirit and the questions that plague mankind. 5***** +
Daniel, from your first paragraph I knew I would love your writing. Your way with words is mesmerizing like Pat Conroy's style. ( a literary giant) What a heart-wrenching ride you take your reader on all the while leading to the Holy Spirit and the questions that plague mankind. 5***** +
October 12, 2022
The Wandering Tree
A story of a boy becoming a man in spite of the hardships in his life. He appears to me to be a better person than those around him but he doesn’t know that. As he navigates his life he begins to understand the why’s even of the bad. I learned a lot about what people go through just to survive. Well worth the read.
A story of a boy becoming a man in spite of the hardships in his life. He appears to me to be a better person than those around him but he doesn’t know that. As he navigates his life he begins to understand the why’s even of the bad. I learned a lot about what people go through just to survive. Well worth the read.
September 14, 2017
Engaging and thought provoking, but...
Very good story. Believable complex and sympathetic characters. But the ending left a sour taste in my mouth. Without providing too much of a spoiler, the ending seemed to provide a message of intolerance, hidden inside a package of love.
Very good story. Believable complex and sympathetic characters. But the ending left a sour taste in my mouth. Without providing too much of a spoiler, the ending seemed to provide a message of intolerance, hidden inside a package of love.
November 19, 2017
The Wandering Tree.
I felt as if I was reading a Biography. It was very interesting to watch this young man grow up. He cried more than I liked and I do not believe in the authors take on suicide.
I felt as if I was reading a Biography. It was very interesting to watch this young man grow up. He cried more than I liked and I do not believe in the authors take on suicide.
March 9, 2018
Grabs you and won't let go
The tale of a poor, introspective, intelligent boy and his family, and the tragedies they suffer. This story will have you wondering how you measure up to this young man of integrity, and hoping that the world will come through for him.
The tale of a poor, introspective, intelligent boy and his family, and the tragedies they suffer. This story will have you wondering how you measure up to this young man of integrity, and hoping that the world will come through for him.
February 23, 2019
Wimberly is an excellent storyteller! This is a thought provoking book with characters you won’t soon forget. Life is complicated, and there are no easy answers provided here. Readers will be compelled examine their own beliefs. Get ready for laughter and tears.
February 24, 2019
Strangely beautiful
This is a story of a young boy growing into a man. He has more hardships thrown at him than most can imagine, yet possibly endure. Though the persistent love of a few random seeming strangers, he endures. You will laugh and cry with the wit and heartbreak.
This is a story of a young boy growing into a man. He has more hardships thrown at him than most can imagine, yet possibly endure. Though the persistent love of a few random seeming strangers, he endures. You will laugh and cry with the wit and heartbreak.
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