What a wonderful story. I could see--no, feel--the place, and felt like I knew the people. I liked the way there were no names, giving the story a certain timeless, universal quality. The girl and the father seemed very real and believable. Their relationship was tragic, but real. Mr. Marra is quite a writer.
Thomas Mitchell replied on Sun, 07/25/2010 - 07:54pm
A beautifully told tale. Everything in this story connects and relates to everything else, with vivid descriptions and characters that really live and breathe.
Kevin Bergeron replied on Wed, 07/28/2010 - 08:54am
I felt a sense of aching while reading this story. The prose, in particular, was musical, lyrical, and really transported me to this deserted beach. I can totally see this place. So well done. Congratulations.
Dwayne Parker replied on Sun, 10/28/2012 - 04:54pm
What a wonderful story. I could see--no, feel--the place, and felt like I knew the people. I liked the way there were no names, giving the story a certain timeless, universal quality. The girl and the father seemed very real and believable. Their relationship was tragic, but real. Mr. Marra is quite a writer.
A beautifully told tale. Everything in this story connects and relates to everything else, with vivid descriptions and characters that really live and breathe.
I felt a sense of aching while reading this story. The prose, in particular, was musical, lyrical, and really transported me to this deserted beach. I can totally see this place. So well done. Congratulations.