Days in Heaven

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Summary: Literary Alchemy
Review: Guido Mina di Sospiro is an original voice, a skilled practitioner of linguistic alchemy. In this mysteriously entertaining novel, di Sospiro blends ancient wisdom with modern storytelling technique to create an enlightened vision of human potential. At the core of this engaging novel are two souls, the beloved Joan, a rock and roll critic in quest of musical truth and Jimmi, an Irish troubadour, in quest of Joan - two parts of a whole in search of each other. Steady and self-assured, di Sospiro makes us think, feel, experience, on many levels, from the ridiculous to the sublime. Most contemporary authors pay heed mostly to the sound of money. Di Sospiro has tried to attune himself to the music of the spheres. He's not afraid to let God speak in his story, or to bring his characters to life in a dance of destiny. Ultimately, this is a book about attaining perfection, what it means to be an artist in life and living. Spend a few wondrous "Days In Heaven" and explore infinite possibilities. You won't be disappointed.

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Summary: A worthwhile read
Review: I've just finished reading DinH for the 3rd time. The only other book I've ever repeatedly reread was a Hemingway novel for a whole summer. If you like good writing, read DinH; when you get to the last page, try starting over immediately on page 1. You will find new things, slowly at first then faster and faster.

Rating:
Summary: A worthwhile read
Review: I've just finished reading DinH for the 3rd time. The only other book I've ever repeatedly reread was a Hemingway novel for a whole summer. If you like good writing, read DinH; when you get to the last page, try starting over immediately on page 1. You will find new things, slowly at first then faster and faster.

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Summary: Everything that a perfect book should be!
Review: My stepfather, Wayne (who wrote a smashing review here, as well) sent me Days in Heaven for my 21st birthday. It was a beautiful book to read; I read it twice and know I will read it again (and again...). Days in Heaven is a book of hope and inspiration. It shows us that life is not always what we anticipate, that it is full of surprises, miracles, and remarkable connections of different parts of our lives. The characters in this book are well rounded and charming-especially Jimmi and even more especially, Martha. I hope I meet someone like each of them someday. The plot is original and intricately interwoven-and as my step-dad pointed out-no foul language. Guido Mina di Sospiro has a fine repertoire to express anything and everything in his novel. Thank you, sir, for that, and thanks, Wayne, for a great birthday present!

Rating:
Summary: Everything that a perfect book should be!
Review: My stepfather, Wayne (who wrote a smashing review here, as well) sent me Days in Heaven for my 21st birthday. It was a beautiful book to read; I read it twice and know I will read it again (and again...). Days in Heaven is a book of hope and inspiration. It shows us that life is not always what we anticipate, that it is full of surprises, miracles, and remarkable connections of different parts of our lives. The characters in this book are well rounded and charming-especially Jimmi and even more especially, Martha. I hope I meet someone like each of them someday. The plot is original and intricately interwoven-and as my step-dad pointed out-no foul language. Guido Mina di Sospiro has a fine repertoire to express anything and everything in his novel. Thank you, sir, for that, and thanks, Wayne, for a great birthday present!

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Summary: A very original and mystical love story!
Review: The Author done something remarkable: he has succeeded in adapting a great Sufi classic, "The Parliament of the Birds" by Atar in the contemporary world of pop music. It is a highly enjoyable read and yet very profound. I loved it!