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A Hole in Her Sky follows a young woman coping with the loss of her twin sister while at the same time navigating a family feud that threatens her newfound romance with a childhood crush. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
I really wanted to take a break from the real world and let myself wander in a time and place that was less complicated in the day-to-day drama. This gave me a perfect place to experiment with love in its various forms, from family dynamics and friendships all the way to first love. The loss of someone who is essentially a part of you could completely erase who you are, and Maddie has a chance to either disappear completely or rewrite herself. Her strength becomes the only thing she has to hold onto in an uncertain time. She was an interesting character to interact with along the way.
There is a sense of love and innocence throughout the novel. How were you able to capture those feelings and put them into words?
I tried to imagine a time when my world felt innocent. And if that failed, I tried to see it through the eyes of a child like my own. With so many things making our kids grow up so fast, you have to remember what it was like to see the wonder in their eyes as they simply gaze up at the stars. I’d like to think that most of us would love to have more of that wonder back in our lives.
What experience in your life has had the biggest impact on your writing?
My experiences as a child still impact my writing. When I was younger, I often escaped into whatever world I was reading about at the time. Books got me through quite a few difficult times. I always wanted to do the same for another reader. I want to provide a small getaway from the world to let them forget the things that are weighing them down, if only for a little while.
I find a problem in well-written stories in that I always want there to be another book to keep the story going. Is there a second book planned?
Unfortunately, at this time, there are no plans for a second book. This was always intended to be a standalone.
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A Hole in Her Sky
Dealing with the devastating loss of her twin sister and an overwhelming sense of abandonment, Maddie spends her summer in a serene rural village with her grandmother in search of tranquility, hoping to get away from the emotional storm that is brewing inside of her. Her stay takes her on an unexpected trip that will force her to face her problems head-on and learn what it means to be sad, joyous, and in love.
A Hole in Her Sky, by Erik Daniel Shein, Karen Fuller, and Melissa Davis, is a compelling young adult novel that explores the complexities of grief, the nuances of young love, and the extraordinary resilience that lies within when faced with unfathomable loss. The narrative is told through the eyes of Maddie Tyler, a 17-year-old, whose emotional journey readers can easily identify with. Like most of us, she struggles with negativity that comes from inside, and it unfortunately affects her reality and fate. The use of Tristen’s character as not just her partner, but also as this supportive, affirming, and caring person was a nice touch added to the narrative. The authors use a delicate touch to intricately design their interactions, capturing the awkwardness and excitement of first love and creating a vivid image of the innocence and uncertainty that go along with these feelings. However, their affair is anything from easygoing. There is an additional layer of tension and strife brought on by the rekindling of a long-standing family rivalry between the Tyler and Tristen families. The authors expertly strike a balance between the dramatic and romantic components, making sure that the plot never gets overly serious or formulaic.
A Hole in Her Sky is a heartfelt and exquisitely written young adult book that examines sorrow, love, and the inner strength that may emerge from the depths of despair. The story is gripping from start to finish, thanks to its emotional resonance and surprising turns. This book is proof of the resilience of the human spirit and the ability to discover hope and fortitude in the face of tragedy. I highly recommend this book to anyone undergoing severe traumatic and emotional experiences in their life right now, as this book can give them hope and help them see there is still light at the end of the tunnel.
Pages: 232 | ASIN : B0CJ6L1Z44
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