Light From Distant Stars

The fascinating book, Light From Distant Stars, is the first I've read by Shawn Smucker. I found it rather interesting that as you read, you go through several thrilling journeys in one week of Cohen's life. One week reflecting on his childhood, his father's impending death, his sister's upcoming birth to his niece and nephew and many hurts from his past.  You will witness the journey of the childhood trauma he experienced.

As I was reading, I was intrigued. I couldn't put the book down, but yet as I went to explain the plot to someone I realized it was so complicated.  There are flashbacks in every other chapter (or there about) so it can be difficult to follow.

I think for me personally, it was the genre that threw me off. Not something I would normally pick up.  I've read other reviews of Light From Distant Stars and some loved it. Others were thrown off. I would say I am somewhere in the middle!  I would encourage you to read it and see what you think!

I was given a free copy of Light From Distant Stars from the publisher for my honest review, which I was happy to do!