Review of 'Eye of a Rook' by Josephine Taylor
A dual timeline novel I read over the weekend by Australian author Josephine Taylor. One of the most heart carving books I have encountered in a long time. I was tremendously moved by what I read and understood deeply the force behind the author’s writing and that of her characters. The language is pure poetry forged in pain & strength.
It is not an easy topic (women's health) but many women suffer in silence and are badly misunderstood by those in the medical fields and even by friends and family. Sadly for those suffering in extreme pain-- physically, spiritually and mentally-- the challenges are monumental as they try to make sense of it all-- let alone convey the emotional upheaval to others--even those closest to them. The isolation sends a person to a strange head space sometimes. This novel hits all angles and helps us see how these women try to reconstruct their lives as pain defines and redesigns their present and future.
I must add: this story does not end in despair. Change, yes. But not despair. For like a bird ready to soar, hope is on the horizon.
A powerful daring read. Highly recommend. A 5 star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ masterpiece of Literary fiction.
