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Misery by Heather Brewer | Short Story Saturday
Welcome to Short Story Saturday! Every Saturday, I’ll give my thoughts on a story from an anthology. I’m currently working my way through Foretold, which comes out in August 2012 from Random House. All of the stories in this anthology will focus on prophecy.
Short Story: Misery
Author: Heather Brewer
Anthology: Foretold
Summary: Alek has been in the grayscale town of Misery for as long as he can remember. Each year, the townspeople receive a Gift from the beyond. This year, Alek’s Gift is something he never would have expected.
My thoughts: This is my first taste of Heather Brewer’s writing (I know, I know), and I must say that I’m pleased! I love the way she maps out Misery’s story: the pacing is perfect and it flows from beginning to end. The ending is a bit abrupt, but that’s common with short stories. Plus, it works for Brewer’s story because of the world it is set in.
I enjoyed Misery, and I am now interested in checking out Heather Brewer’s other books!
This sounds like a fascinating story. I can’t imagine the gift is very good if the title of the story is Misery lol!!
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This story sounds like it was a good one and I am hoping to get my hands on this anthology soon!!! Great review and I haven’t read any of heather brewers books yet either but I probably should. Looking forward to next weeks short story!!!
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I hear MISERY and I think Kathy Bates. I really need to separate the two here.
i really need to start this anthology soon. i am a fan of heather brewer’s and was excited that she was a part of this. glad you liked the story and hopefully you will be able to pick up some of her books soon.
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