Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Hidden by Helen Frost

Okay, I guess I saved the best for last.  Officially my favorite, 10/10 due to its writer's craft!

This novel is written as a poem.  It comes in two forms and two voices!  The actually forces you to read the book twice.  To find out how she does this, you must read the "Diving Deeper: Notes on Form."  I am not giving away that last bit of info!!!!  Don't cheat!!!  

How can I tell this book is written in poetry form?  What are the two forms?  What is the point of view of this book?  How can a book be a poem and a novel at the same time?!  Incredible, easy to read and inspiring.  It is a great storyline also.  It does follow the lines of moving to a new place and making relationships just like every other Mark Twain Nominee this year.

Helen Frost Website
Can you write a story that is also a poem?

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