Sometime this past Spring, longtime blogger friend, Deborah Brasket asked if I’d be an ARC reader for her debut novel, When Things Go Missing set for publication September 22nd.
I jumped at the chance!
Some of you may be wondering: what exactly is an ARC Reader? First off, ARC stands for “Advanced Readers Copy” and is a manuscript its final proof stage prior to publication. An ARC reader reads the book pre-publication and posts a review before or immediately after the publication date.
Being a part of Deborah’s book launch is an honor. It is with great pleasure that I present my official quick blurb on the book here as an appetizer for my complete review set to be posted on September 18th.
When Things Go Missing is an excellent read, enlightening readers on issues misunderstood by many. It is one of the first novels I’ve wanted to keep reading through in ages. Brasket has such a rich, immersive style of writing that intensifies the overwhelming realities of an addict’s lifestyle— “the matrix that holds everything together” and makes life on the street possible. With scant softening around the edges, she writes with grit and grace. There is much to relish from start to finish throughout the book. She shows how people and relationships are always evolving, but the desire to stay connected with those we love is an ever-present driving force.
Laura bruno lilly, classical guitarist/composer/poet
Be sure to check out my full review on September 18th where I’ll be hosting a free giveaway copy to a randomly selected commenter.
BOOK BLOG PARTICIPANTS
- Sep. 15 – Sally Cronin, Smorgasbord Blog Magazine, https://smorgasbordinvitation.wordpress.com/ SPOTLIGHT
- Sep. 16 – Valorie Hallinan, Books Can Save a Life https://bookscansavealife.com/ INTERVIEW / GUEST POST
- Sep. 18 – Laura Bruno Lilly, classical guitarist/composer/poet https://laurabrunolilly.com/ – REVIEW & GIVEAWAY
- Sept. 20 – Margaret Moon, Book Chat, a Newsletter for Eaters & Readers https://marg.substack.com/ INTERVIEW
- Sept. 21 – Luanne Castle, Poet/Author https://writersite.org/ REVIEW
- Sep. 23 – Dr. Vicki Atkinson, Therapist/Author https://victoriaponders.com/ – REVIEW
- Sep. 24 – Jacqui Murray, Author https://worddreams.wordpress.com/ REVIEW
- Sep. 25 – Liz Gauffreau, Poet/Author https://substack.com/@lizgauffreau/posts SPOTLIGHT
- Sep. 26 – Wynn Leon, The Heart of the Matter Podcast, https://sharingtheheartofthematter.com/ PODCAST INTERIVEW
- Sep. 27 – Liz Dexter, Editor/Book Reviewer https://librofulltime.wordpress.com/ REVIEW