Relocated was a beautiful story that I really enjoyed reading. Although there are sporadic grammar issues, more towards the end, it didn’t take away too much. There were parts where I had to stop to figure out what was intended though.
My biggest complaint is that there just isn’t enough development with the characters. I wanted to see more between Martin & Keth. Also, when dramatic things happened, it wasn’t really cracked open enough. It was almost skimmed over. After the death of Keth’s father was the best attempt at cracking open a dramatic event, but it still left me yearning for more.
Regardless of these minor issues, I really enjoyed the journey. I loved the nesting stories within as well and how they really tied together with the overall story. Considering this is Margaret Fieland’s first attempt at this genre, it was really well done. If she goes through with an editor and expands in some areas this book would definitely be better and a solid 5. Also, a new cover would be ideal. I know you’re not supposed to judge a book by its cover, but this one really could have a more catchy one.
I loved the end of the book and how Keth was able to communicate with his dad through dreams. It almost gave me a Lion King-esq feel when Mufasa comes and speaks to Simba... "Remember who you are." Again though, I would have enjoyed a little more detail before this event.
Another great aspect about this book is that it really makes you consider all of the social stigmas there are in life. What would life be like if we lived more like the "aliens." It had me thinking about the Native Americans and how we invaded their land and exiled them, as well as the racism that occurs within our culture still. The concept of homosexuality was touched on as well and done beautifully.
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