Krishna
The story starts with Shyla McCall jumping off the bridge. The book tells the story of her husband Jack Mccall and their daughter Leah McCall. Stung by a custody battle where his in-laws George and Ruth Fox tried unsuccessfully to claim his daughter Leah by alleging that he is an unfit father, Jack takes Leah out to Rome to grow up. But the lure of Waterford, South Carolina and its `Beach Music’ prove irresistible. A poetic narration, full of drama, and now you know why
almost all of Pat’s books have been made into movies.
The style is unique and is high on drama. The conflicts between people are very well brought out, and the tension in the air when two people enter into an argument is more palpable than in any other recent book I have seen.
He has an eye for character and natural conflict, in the best traditions of Hollywood (think Kramer vs Kramer). An excellent read, if you like pure drama and a magical storytelling. The lyrical style adds to the experience of having read a very good book.
I would say 8/10
— Krishna