Marco’s Journey and Other Stories

by S.P. Peredo

Hints of S.P. Peredo’s Mexican American upbringing appear in Marco’s Journey and Other Stories as he draws from personal experiences to present rich characters in diverse geographical settings: the scientist traveling through the majestic mountains of Southeastern Mexico befriends an unlikely group of strangers, thus starting his own personal journey of self-discovery; a young traveler who in 1970 ventures behind the iron curtain finding love—and danger; the girl with recurring dreams about a spider’s web struggles for her sanity; the boy with a poet’s heart growing up in America during the Vietnam War fears he is running out of time; a lover left behind during the war writes her heartfelt letter of farewell; the caricaturesque Mexican musician who, through his performance, gives his listeners a reprieve from their sadness.

These well-crafted stories, imbued with vivid imagery, lead readers through their own journey to discover the meaning of success, love, and living life to its fullest potential.

144 pages, Paperback

Published February 28, 2020

Reviews

[Nora · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read it all in one sitting and have already recommended it to three people so far!

This book is made out of several short stories that will all affect you, one way or another. You will fall in love with the characters and invest yourself in their stories and long for more when they end.

I will definitely pick this book up again!
I just wish I had a physical copy as I’ve read this as a digital book, I will definitely try and purchase one if they ship to Sweden!

[Camila Pueblitz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I personally know the author and i'm so proud of his novel. This book is great for quick-read, feel-good stories about passion and self discovery.

[Marina Alcaraz · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s a quick story with such an amazing message. Thanks for writing that, never stop doing it!!

[✨Hello✨ · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really love this book. Bought it after seeing a tiktok about it and am so glad I did. Really amazing and poignant stories about life and I love that it is influenced by the authors own life experiences.

[Jayden Stew · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best and most simple books I have read, it didn’t feel like I was reading but it felt like I was in the story. I think about this book allllll the time and I’m so glad I read it!

[Sofia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a beautiful and striking collection of stories. They were written in a lovely style that was accessible as well as poetic, and they were delightfully personal and relatable. I had been looking for a new poetry book, but when I found this instead and read it I was so glad I had. Would definitely recommend!!!