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The Hidden Pocket
Matilda Pietraszek and Benjamin Duncan were a study in polar opposites. The single thing they had in common was that they both loved to fly. However, opposites attract. One day they decided to fly together. Nonetheless, this mutual flight became fatal for both. To regain the ability to fly again they simply needed to peer into a hidden pocket. The point was whether the hidden pocket’s content was effective enough to spread their wings again.
236 pages, Paperback
First published December 17, 2019
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April 28, 2026
The Hidden Pocket by Ellen Khodakivsha is an absolute triumph. Right from the first scene where the author introduced the protagonist, Matilda, I was hooked and stayed hooked until the end. I felt empathy for Matilda and felt as if I were sitting next to her as she told me her life story. The author has created Matilda and the other characters with stunning detail about their physical appearance and nuances. With skilful prose, the author has created a stunning word picture. I could not fault this book. Step into Matilda’s world and read this book. All will enjoy this beautiful tale written by a very talented storyteller.
August 20, 2021
“The Hidden Pocket” by Ellen Khodakivska is one of those stories that usually stay untold. While reading, I had a strong feeling that a door to a chamber of secrets has been opened specially for me, and once shared, those secrets would become a part of my own jewelry box for memories and impressions.
I’d call “The Hidden Pocket” the story of life, although it is undoubtedly a love story. But there is so much more to it than the story of how Matilda and Benjamin met, fell in love, and where their love has brought them. This is a story about choices that everyone makes and about what leads us to make certain decisions. This is also a story about family ties and how important it is to feel loved and valued by those who are the closest to you. I can say with absolute certainty that if you grow up surrounded by love, care, and kindness, it gives you a unique strength to overcome almost any obstacle, which life is generous at throwing at people.
The book made me think about those times when you meet a person, and you feel that there is a vast ocean of untold stories hidden in their memories. The stories that would make someone’s life brighter – would make someone think differently and maybe change their lives. So, I’m glad that the story of Matilda’s life was told by Ellen Khodakivska’s hand. It has made my life brighter, as it reminded me that in my life, I’ve made the right choices.
I’d call “The Hidden Pocket” the story of life, although it is undoubtedly a love story. But there is so much more to it than the story of how Matilda and Benjamin met, fell in love, and where their love has brought them. This is a story about choices that everyone makes and about what leads us to make certain decisions. This is also a story about family ties and how important it is to feel loved and valued by those who are the closest to you. I can say with absolute certainty that if you grow up surrounded by love, care, and kindness, it gives you a unique strength to overcome almost any obstacle, which life is generous at throwing at people.
The book made me think about those times when you meet a person, and you feel that there is a vast ocean of untold stories hidden in their memories. The stories that would make someone’s life brighter – would make someone think differently and maybe change their lives. So, I’m glad that the story of Matilda’s life was told by Ellen Khodakivska’s hand. It has made my life brighter, as it reminded me that in my life, I’ve made the right choices.
April 12, 2020
How sweet is this book, I loved the tale of the Forget-Me-Not and The Wind. Ellen painted this tale so beautifully. I highlighted many passages that I loved. I could picture the aerial skills, the sweetness of our main character, the hope that the wind would behave and not take the sweet little flower and consume it. I loved the thought of a hidden pocket and the message in there from her mother. ❤️
February 19, 2020
The Hidden Pocket by Ellen Khodakivska was an excellent book. I loved Matilda. I felt her struggles and shared her pain and griefs and triumphs as I traveled through her life.
My emotions went up and down every time I opened the book.
I did not have sympathy for Benjamin. I just wanted to slap him because of what he was doing to himself and everybody else!
Ellen had two strong metaphors that seated the characters and actions superbly. I won't say what they were as to not give a spoiler. But if you miss reading this book, you will miss two of the best metaphors I've ever read.
Finally, I loved her descriptions of places and different styles of living. Thank you, Ellen, for the vicarious adventure.
My emotions went up and down every time I opened the book.
I did not have sympathy for Benjamin. I just wanted to slap him because of what he was doing to himself and everybody else!
Ellen had two strong metaphors that seated the characters and actions superbly. I won't say what they were as to not give a spoiler. But if you miss reading this book, you will miss two of the best metaphors I've ever read.
Finally, I loved her descriptions of places and different styles of living. Thank you, Ellen, for the vicarious adventure.
June 30, 2021
The Hidden Pocket by Ellen Khodakivska was, at times, difficult to distinguish between a biographical-based novel and poetry in motion. The story was at times whimsical and moved around a lot in time and location but I loved how the story related back to memories of Matilda's mother. I enjoyed accompanying her on the journey of her life and felt both the bitter and sweet moments. As the reader accompanies her, you glimpse the struggles she encounters in life and the joy she finds in her travels and books. Through both her frustrating relationship with Benjamin and both the bitter and sweet moments, one cannot help but wonder about the choices that people make and how they affect their ability to find happiness. It also illustrates the resiliency we can find in life as a result of a close relationship with family and those who support us in unexpected moments, even long after they are gone from our lives or at the very least not as large of a presence in it. The reminders they leave us with leaves an impression about what a great influence we can have in the lives of those we love even, and maybe especially, in even the small things.
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