Falling From The Tree Darshian Tales #2 edition by Ann Somerville Literature Fiction eBooks
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Sixteen years after "Kei’s Gift", Karik is taking his first steps into the wider world. But the question of his parentage, and the role Arman played in his history, are mysteries Karik has to solve. But in doing that, he gets a lot more than he bargained for – and to face the new challenges, he’ll need to grow up in a hurry. "Landing softly" is a side story to "Falling from the tree".
Falling From The Tree Darshian Tales #2 edition by Ann Somerville Literature Fiction eBooks
I read Kei's Gift sometime ago and didn't realize it as an ongoing series(to my chagrin). Sommerville did an excellent job of weaving the past story in this present tale. The reader isn't subjected to excessive past history but just enough to jar the memory. Here we are, sixteen years later with our two main characters dealing with a second generation. Although, the story revolves around Kei's sixteen year old nephew, we reexperience the past actors in this plot looking at changes and the status quo. It's interesting how the author speaks in a clear voice of prejudices not only in sexual orientation but race, class and talents.The writing is not dull but keeps a smooth balanced pace. The story mainly focuses on healing old wounds, resolving grief, forgiveness, confronting prejudices and learning how to accept differnces. Not all is well and there are still forces attempting to undo a harmony in an open, more uninhibited society. Really, this is just a nice human story about our potentialities and reluctance(in some instances) to change.
Some parts of this story had me in tears i.e. when Karik(Kei's nephew was hurt). Now that's some good writing. Also, I enjoyed the flexible playfulness between Kei and his lover,Armond. They didn't take themselves too seriously.After finishing this book I felt a connection to our common humanity in so many aspects.
Just a few minor quibbles. The sex scenes were few and ok by me. However, I found the choice of words describing the male appendage a bit crass. It seemed out of place to me. The second sex scene was too long and didn't need that much detail. Despite the length of the work I didn't find it overall tedious to read. The last section about Jembis was a nice aside. Nevertheless , I did think it could have been shorter in some places.For example , the letters back and forth between Jembis and his new found family I felt were overdone.Still, this is an above average story and I'm looking forward to reading DARSHIAN TALES #3.
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Falling From The Tree Darshian Tales #2 edition by Ann Somerville Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews
I didn’t like this book as much as the first. I was good and I am glad i finished it. I just about didn’t a couple of time. There was to much arguing in this book. It had a nice ending though and i will see if the next in the series is any better.
Falling From the Tree is the sequel to Kei's Gift and includes the sweet side story, Landing Softly (which I adore!). This novel takes you back to your favorite characters of Darshian and Kuprij with the main story centering on Karik and Arman. This novel is different from the prequel in that there is less action, instead it (and the short story) is more of a coming of age story, with self-reflection and finding a sense of belonging. Karik stands out in his adoptive home in more ways than one; he struggles to find acceptance in his clan, while also struggling to accept the person he is. Karik's relationship with Arman plays a big role throughout the story, having a rocky start, and evolving into something like a father-son relationship.
As in Kei's Gift, the main m/m pairing is Kei and Arman, and there is plenty of Kei and Arman, don't worry. There is one sex scene that is both romantic and funny, but Kei's comments and his banter with Arman are always making me laugh.
Landing Softly is a true gem of a short story; I only wish it were longer. It follows what happens to Jembis after his fumbling attempts at friendship with Karik in Falling From the Tree. He has his own issues finding a place to belong, but he eventually finds solace with a Darshianese family who is grieving the loss of one of their own. His story is endearing and sweet, and I went back to re-read it several times. I never cry when I read, but this story of a grieving family and Jembis's hardships hit home for me and I found myself teary-eyed in some scenes. Landing Softly contains m/m overtures, although the story ends just as the relationship is beginning. I really hope the author will find the inspiration to continue this story; I would love to read more about this family and would buy any sequel in a heartbeat!
Of course the writing and the characters are just as well-written and engaging as they were in Kei's Gift )
The second book in the Darshian Tales is as focused on relationships as the first, which as I said in my review of Kei's Gift is my favorite part of this series. Rather than a romantic angle, the relationships explored in this book are parental.
I wasn't expecting a book where the main character didn't have a love interest, and I kept waiting for someone to show up and catch Karik's eye. I have to say, however, that I'm glad the author didn't take that route. The unexpected avenues are what make this series so enjoyable. In the first book, Arman and Kei learn to heal through romantic love, but that's not the only kind of love that can heal. Familial bonds are often even stronger salves.
At first, I didn't know how I felt about Karik. He is sometimes petulant and whiny, but he's sixteen, and he matures through the book. I came to love him as much as I do Kei and Arman. The handling of his feelings about being adopted, looking different than everyone in his village, and having a stutter were handled very well.
Speaking of Arman and Kei, I was so glad to have plenty of time with them in this novel. They are as in love as they were sixteen years ago, but not without their challenges to work through. I loved seeing the growth in their relationship and in them as men.
The beautiful and painful short story included at the end of this book, Falling Softly, finishes Jembis's story and provides more information about what happened in Kuprij after Arman and Karik left. I didn't particularly like Jembis, but as I read this, he became one of my favorite characters in the novel.
I read Kei's Gift sometime ago and didn't realize it as an ongoing series(to my chagrin). Sommerville did an excellent job of weaving the past story in this present tale. The reader isn't subjected to excessive past history but just enough to jar the memory. Here we are, sixteen years later with our two main characters dealing with a second generation. Although, the story revolves around Kei's sixteen year old nephew, we reexperience the past actors in this plot looking at changes and the status quo. It's interesting how the author speaks in a clear voice of prejudices not only in sexual orientation but race, class and talents.
The writing is not dull but keeps a smooth balanced pace. The story mainly focuses on healing old wounds, resolving grief, forgiveness, confronting prejudices and learning how to accept differnces. Not all is well and there are still forces attempting to undo a harmony in an open, more uninhibited society. Really, this is just a nice human story about our potentialities and reluctance(in some instances) to change.
Some parts of this story had me in tears i.e. when Karik(Kei's nephew was hurt). Now that's some good writing. Also, I enjoyed the flexible playfulness between Kei and his lover,Armond. They didn't take themselves too seriously.After finishing this book I felt a connection to our common humanity in so many aspects.
Just a few minor quibbles. The sex scenes were few and ok by me. However, I found the choice of words describing the male appendage a bit crass. It seemed out of place to me. The second sex scene was too long and didn't need that much detail. Despite the length of the work I didn't find it overall tedious to read. The last section about Jembis was a nice aside. Nevertheless , I did think it could have been shorter in some places.For example , the letters back and forth between Jembis and his new found family I felt were overdone.Still, this is an above average story and I'm looking forward to reading DARSHIAN TALES #3.
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