Through Thunder and Light

De: Daniel Maldonado

Narrado por: Craig Randall Nickerson

A follow up to the original compilation The Palace of Winds and Other Short Stories, Through Thunder of Light is a collection of poignant, short stories addressing romance, failures, intrigues, and beliefs from a male perspective, reflected by a synopsis of selected stories listed below:

Through Thunder and Light - overcoming deep depression.

Fifteen - dealing with the hidden loss of a child.

Aletheia - challenged by a lover's thoughts.

Almond Eyes - spending time with a love interest.

©2015 Daniel Maldonado (P)2015 Daniel Maldonado

A set of Short Stories

I got this ARC via audiobook book boom and this is my voluntary review. This set of stories did not really set my mind onto something that I could wrap my mind around. The stories at times were interesting and at times seemed to be good together but then at times did not make sense. I could grasp some of the concepts but did not really seem to get a handle around the story. The narrator was good and kept me listening. This was less than 2 hours so it was not hard to get through.

Good listen

The stories, poems, etc were really good. They are written from a male POV and can be rather sad at times

The narration was just OK. It could of had a little bit more emotion.

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Very deep thought

Great narrator. Story is about life and things that have happened to guy. Makes you think about your life and even feel sorry for guy. Was short and kept your attention.

Insightful shorts on the changes in a man's life

What did you love best about Through Thunder and Light?

I especially appreciated the blunt honesty that Maldonado expressed in his reflections on coming through depression following a failed relationship

What did you like best about this story?

The stores gave a picture o the emotional side of a man's journey as he dealt with major life events.

What does Craig Randall Nickerson bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Mr. Nickerson does an excellent bringing the emotions of each work to life. His voicegave depth to each story.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The frank discussion of a child that might have been was touching. Every choice has a consequence.

Any additional comments?

This collection of short prose works from a man’s point of view gives the reader some insight into the private thoughts of a man as he works through different life experiences - depression following a relationship failing, loss of a child, loving relationships and changes in life. Each short vignette explores the feelings and emotions that are often internalized and never shared with others.
I found the works insightful.
“I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher.”

Relatable, powerful imagery

A very relatable collection of various trials and life event, uses powerful imagery and honest emotions and reactions.