Momentary

by Schwan fereidun Abdulqader

A guy's attachment leads to a bunch of lessons about life that he will probably never forget. Momentary is a story of love, attachment and change.

42 pages, Paperback

First published April 23, 2021

Reviews

[Basma · Rating 3 out of 5]

I believe Momentary had a very deep meaning behind it. I only wish that we got more detail, and that it would go slower. For in the description of the character we find that there's depth, but we can't really feel it since the events and time periods fly by too quickly for us to feel the slow agonizing sensation of depression that exist within the character's soul.

Nonetheless, I found myself highlighting many thoughts expressed by the character, he posed good questions about life and existence.

Also, the whole underlying idea and concept of life being all momentary is very appealing to me. I found myself craving for more. I do wish the book was longer.

[Lexieeebook · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5/5
I loved the flow and the phrasing of words, how it all sank in together. Really enjoyed the characters too, however, I found a couple grammatical errors, and spelling mistakes. Also I would loved to see some character development.

Otherwise, this was a great short story!

[Banaz Magdid · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved how no "big" words were used and the writing style was so simple and short yet all the feelings and emotions were portrayed so perfectly. I do believe the beginning could've been written better but nonetheless, it was still very captivating.

While reading the book I realised, this is what most 20 years old are like and its heartbreaking. They seem very quite but in their heads there are countless conversations being said. It's chaotic.

I totally loved this book and look forward to Schwan's future activities.

[Karven Bahjet · Rating 4 out of 5]

I could not wait to read this book the minute Schwan announced that he’s writing a book, and it was absolutely worth waiting. However, Keevan’s story can be relatable to lots of us nowadays, we don’t know the importance of having those who love us in our life till we lose them just like Keevan lost Leyla at the end when she told her that she’s moving to UK.
Keevan feels “I am left with no words, my thoughts drifting away from me as far as possible, I feel something hurting in my throat. What am I feeling? I don’t even have feelings towards her. A voice of despair and hopelessness echoes in my mind”
Moreover, Leyla’s leaving made him realize how important she was in his life just by spreading her love with him!

I believe this book can pass an awareness to everyone else who does not see the love that they’ve been given by others.

Thank you Schwan for this wonderful and masterpiece book, I’m blessed with.

[Banan Hudson · Rating 5 out of 5]

If i would describe this piece of art, i would say that its authentic, focused, and definitely has levels. At first you may say what is this book about but its about time that you see the levels of it, the you see the focus in every little detail like the parents fighting and the teenager petting her pet which makes you visualize the whole story! And it is out of context but i love the not having a stereotype like when the dad washes the dishes and the mom rests after dinner, and oh god the authenticity of the emotions and the thoughts made me tear all the way through reading it, like when keevan started to feel pain in his throat when he heard that layla is moving to the uk. I usually rate thing out of 10 but since i notice you always rate things out of 5 im gonna give you 4.5/5, now i can happily say A STAR IS BORN Shwan Fraidoon!
Love you!

[Ameer Hameed]

This was Shwan's first book and probably the beginning of his journey as a writer. I really liked the book. His writing style is very simple and attractive. The story was relatable in some sort, but I still felt it needed more juice.

I can't wait to see more of your work, Shwan. Keep up the good work.

[Seever · Rating 4 out of 5]

a very enjoyable read, I love how it captured the sudden emotions of our main character. I would have liked it better if the author gave us more insight into the essence of the characters, but other than that it was wonderful and written beautifully. I am unbelievably glad I got to read this.

[Shangar · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book revolves around Keevan and his freind Layla. How they have been bound by unfamiliar relationship. Eventhough, keevan never felt like he had any feelings for Layla but the idea of her leaving to UK was shocking to him.

I loved the simplicity of the book and the short format as it was exactly 40 pages.

Totally recommeding the first book of Shwan and can't wait to read more books by him in the future.

[Abdulrahman Omar · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love the story and the way you described emotions with.
I can see that there a talent behind your words, yet you still have alot to work on ex:story, characters and the plot.
You have a long journey.
great luck I Can’t wait to read more from you bro. 👏🏻👏🏻

[Mahmud Werya · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s very enjoyable and I loved the way it’s written. It’s so sad and heartbreaking but very realistic.

[Mahmud Werya · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s very enjoyable and I loved the way it’s written. It’s so sad and heartbreaking but very realistic.

[Frishta · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s a pretty interesting book specially if you are interested in absurdism.

[Bradost · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a honest way of describing what most 20 year olds experience in this era. The attention to detail is amazing makes you to feel like you’re in the spot with them, overall great book!

[Naza Shexany · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading this book Really made me forget about my coffee i just wanted to know whats going to happen next. I can see i see a lot of effort in writing this. I recommend for everyone to read this simple yet very powerful book. Great job.

[Shnyar Mirany · Rating 4 out of 5]

The vivid language instantly transported me into the world, but there were several plot holes that didn't make sense. Nevertheless I loved the way of explaining meticulously.

[Fatmah · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good piece by Shwan

I felt disconnected to Keevan but his character development through the short story was interesting to observe. it felt like I was going through a fast paced portal of life. Interesting to read.

[Zinah gamal · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author seems kinda fruity idk 🤭 but the book is amazing

[Celestial Philomath · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overall, there seems to be effort in writing an understandable, easy book in this genre, although the writing style seems a bit off and needs more professional development in phrasing and which details to choose from, however I’m lucky to be one of the few who got the chance to read this book and wish the author a great journey in the world of book-writing, it may be due to the fact that this genre is less to my liking that the plot seemed tedious and unexciting, however this could be an interesting book for fans of fanfiction although the ending is more like an open-ended one.

[Saharr. · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very nice story, I had enjoyed it too much simple words easy to understand One of the things I learned from this book is say what in your heart I loved every single word of this book

[Zahra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Totally blew my mind away! I loved everything about this book. Greater writings to come i’m sure! Keep up the amazing work 🤩