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Book of Troubles
Esther dropped her handbag on the dinette table and hustled into the kitchen to heat water for tea.“What are you reading, Mamma?”“Oh, that little book of yours. I’m glad you finally found it, dear. I still think it reads funny, the language and all, but I kind of like it for some reason. It seems to calm me, somehow. You know what I mean?”“What little book, Mamma? My book was stolen, you know that.”“Well, I thought maybe the police recovered it for you. It was lying right here on the end table like always when I came home from the grocers this afternoon.”Esther numbly walked back into the living room and stared at Momma… and the book.“Is there something wrong, dear? You’re grey as a ghost!”
270 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 13, 2021
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March 2, 2024
A captivating narrative
"Book of Troubles" is a captivating narrative that begins with Esther's return home to find a mysteriously reappeared book, believed to be stolen. The dialogue between Esther and her mother unveils the book's peculiar language and calming influence, adding an element of mystique. Wood crafts suspense and curiosity, in my opinion, suggesting supernatural undertones through the title and Esther's reaction. The story promises a journey through human complexities, propelled by the mysterious impact of an ostensibly ordinary book. Wood's skillful storytelling blends the mundane with the enigmatic, making this book a compelling read that engages me and intrigues me, leaving me eager to unravel the secrets within. If you want to spend a good time reading, you will love this book.
"Book of Troubles" is a captivating narrative that begins with Esther's return home to find a mysteriously reappeared book, believed to be stolen. The dialogue between Esther and her mother unveils the book's peculiar language and calming influence, adding an element of mystique. Wood crafts suspense and curiosity, in my opinion, suggesting supernatural undertones through the title and Esther's reaction. The story promises a journey through human complexities, propelled by the mysterious impact of an ostensibly ordinary book. Wood's skillful storytelling blends the mundane with the enigmatic, making this book a compelling read that engages me and intrigues me, leaving me eager to unravel the secrets within. If you want to spend a good time reading, you will love this book.
February 29, 2024
Great novel.
If you are looking for a good story that opens your imagination and excites you, you just have to read ''Book of Troubles'', a mystery story that involves a writer and her missing book. This mystery and fantasy novel is one of the best I have read in recent days. I have to say that the way the author describes everything makes it easy to get hooked on the book. This is the kind of book that allows you to participate and enjoy solving the mystery like a puzzle. You are going to enjoy this book from the beginning. It is very well-developed, I highly recommend this book written by John Sutter Wood.
If you are looking for a good story that opens your imagination and excites you, you just have to read ''Book of Troubles'', a mystery story that involves a writer and her missing book. This mystery and fantasy novel is one of the best I have read in recent days. I have to say that the way the author describes everything makes it easy to get hooked on the book. This is the kind of book that allows you to participate and enjoy solving the mystery like a puzzle. You are going to enjoy this book from the beginning. It is very well-developed, I highly recommend this book written by John Sutter Wood.
March 2, 2024
Troubles.
Esther is robbed and has her purse snatched. Within it is a book she can't afford to lose so she reports the mugging and loss. Garrett is s police officer who is invested in Esther, especially once they get to know each other. There are wired things happening, as the book suddenly turns back up in Esther's home. This story was full of mystery and clues that I was happy to follow through the book, learning new information about both Esther and Garrett. Very entertaining story
Esther is robbed and has her purse snatched. Within it is a book she can't afford to lose so she reports the mugging and loss. Garrett is s police officer who is invested in Esther, especially once they get to know each other. There are wired things happening, as the book suddenly turns back up in Esther's home. This story was full of mystery and clues that I was happy to follow through the book, learning new information about both Esther and Garrett. Very entertaining story
March 12, 2024
This is a quirky little must read that somehow manages to charm its way into your heart. Sure, the language might feel a bit off at first, but there's something about it that just clicks. It's like a cozy blanket on a cold day, wrapping you up and soothing your worries. I believe it's one of those books that grows on you, sneaking into your thoughts when you least expect it. And the way it mysteriously reappeared on the end table? Well, let's just say it adds a whole new layer to the intrigue. Trust me, give it a read; you might be pleasantly surprised.
June 16, 2024
Wonderful book
A book about a book. Esther is mousy, but when Mr. DOdd gives her a book her whole life changes. The book changes the lives of anyone who comes into contact ith it. The characters are each affected differently and the book metes out justice in a way . A quick, happy little story.
A book about a book. Esther is mousy, but when Mr. DOdd gives her a book her whole life changes. The book changes the lives of anyone who comes into contact ith it. The characters are each affected differently and the book metes out justice in a way . A quick, happy little story.
April 28, 2025
Troubles have been put on read only.
'The Book of Troubles' is a fun little read that will allow you to put your troubles aside and enjoy a spell. It is enchanting and intoxicating at the same time. As the story moves on, your mind will become so tied up that before you know it, the story has ended. Definitely recommended as a must read.
'The Book of Troubles' is a fun little read that will allow you to put your troubles aside and enjoy a spell. It is enchanting and intoxicating at the same time. As the story moves on, your mind will become so tied up that before you know it, the story has ended. Definitely recommended as a must read.
May 30, 2024
Not what you think
This boom is fiction writing at it best. This is no mystery nor sci-fi but it is intriguing.
Why the change? How will it effect the people? Will we grow or die?
There are why and answers.
Sometimes you read a book for enjoyment
Well here and enjoy
This boom is fiction writing at it best. This is no mystery nor sci-fi but it is intriguing.
Why the change? How will it effect the people? Will we grow or die?
There are why and answers.
Sometimes you read a book for enjoyment
Well here and enjoy
May 31, 2024
Charming
What an amazingly charming book. It's so very hard to find good books these days that are easy reads with no swearing, or sexual overtones. I read this in one sitting, could not out the book down.
What an amazingly charming book. It's so very hard to find good books these days that are easy reads with no swearing, or sexual overtones. I read this in one sitting, could not out the book down.
May 30, 2024
Charming
I found Troubles to be a delightful,magical book. It was different and I was captivated by the characters and the story.
I found Troubles to be a delightful,magical book. It was different and I was captivated by the characters and the story.
June 25, 2024
Book of Troubles
Very pleasant to read, relaxing but nothing exciting or suspenseful. It starts out as a fanciful mystery and continues that way through the end.
Very pleasant to read, relaxing but nothing exciting or suspenseful. It starts out as a fanciful mystery and continues that way through the end.
April 22, 2025
interesting
I liked the concept of the book. I kind of wish there was more though. I need just a little more explanation, it other than that the book was ok.
I liked the concept of the book. I kind of wish there was more though. I need just a little more explanation, it other than that the book was ok.
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