Review of Magic Bridge
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Review of Magic Bridge
[Following is a volunteer review of "Magic Bridge" by Tom Wheeler.]
Magic Bridge is a novel by Tom Wheeler telling the story of Aiden Summers and his heartbroken journey after the death of his girlfriend Cindy. At the very beginning, Aiden attempts suicide but changes his mind in the nick of time. This event opens the doorway to a far-reaching spiritual journey for him. He travels from America to India, which is terribly different, noisy, and overcrowded. It is in India that he meets the wise men of Mantiram and Rakshasa, who make him rethink the life he had been living thus far and learn several things about himself.
Going through so many challenges to cope with the sorrow and guilt within him, however, at the end of it all, he was able to overcome them by finding peace with faith and knowing with spiritual guidance. This nonfiction book parallels stories of themes of redemption, meaning to live for, and that constant tug-of-war between hope and hopelessness with a picture of change in an individual's life through spiritual awakening. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free.
This is one of the great stories I have read on self-discovery and improvement as a person. I liked how this storyline is filled with not only external but also internal challenges that Aiden goes through in order to find out exactly who he is. What appeals to me most in these series is the human struggle and victory. All of us, once in a while or at another time, get confused, and further on, Aiden's journey goes on to tell us that it's okay to seek help and start that pathway of self-discovery. From this story, I learned one significant thing: engaging in my journey, however much of a challenge it might turn out to be, and building strength in down times. It is an engaging story to the very last word, with very valuable lessons in hope, compassion, and self-discovery.
Nothing is dislikable in this book. The way the author wrote it is so clear and detailed, and it really let me imagine everything and feel what the characters had gone through, like I was wearing their shoes. I've also enjoyed the fact that this book made me think about some important ideas in life. It even touched something very personal in me through Aiden's conversations with his mother, revealing how quick people are at judging others while labeling personal situations as different. So, with everything in between adventures, emotions, and deeper messages, this was a delightful read. This is an inspirational story that made me really reflect on life and my personal beliefs.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because of the book's many great lessons on hope, compassion, and self-discovery. The plot is also filled with the outward and inward struggles of Aiden associated with real life and is thought-provoking. I recommend this book to any person embarking on the journey of self-discovery, facing personal loss, or who simply needs inspiration through a story that provides deep insights into life and personal growth.
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Magic Bridge
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Magic Bridge is a novel by Tom Wheeler telling the story of Aiden Summers and his heartbroken journey after the death of his girlfriend Cindy. At the very beginning, Aiden attempts suicide but changes his mind in the nick of time. This event opens the doorway to a far-reaching spiritual journey for him. He travels from America to India, which is terribly different, noisy, and overcrowded. It is in India that he meets the wise men of Mantiram and Rakshasa, who make him rethink the life he had been living thus far and learn several things about himself.
Going through so many challenges to cope with the sorrow and guilt within him, however, at the end of it all, he was able to overcome them by finding peace with faith and knowing with spiritual guidance. This nonfiction book parallels stories of themes of redemption, meaning to live for, and that constant tug-of-war between hope and hopelessness with a picture of change in an individual's life through spiritual awakening. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free.
This is one of the great stories I have read on self-discovery and improvement as a person. I liked how this storyline is filled with not only external but also internal challenges that Aiden goes through in order to find out exactly who he is. What appeals to me most in these series is the human struggle and victory. All of us, once in a while or at another time, get confused, and further on, Aiden's journey goes on to tell us that it's okay to seek help and start that pathway of self-discovery. From this story, I learned one significant thing: engaging in my journey, however much of a challenge it might turn out to be, and building strength in down times. It is an engaging story to the very last word, with very valuable lessons in hope, compassion, and self-discovery.
Nothing is dislikable in this book. The way the author wrote it is so clear and detailed, and it really let me imagine everything and feel what the characters had gone through, like I was wearing their shoes. I've also enjoyed the fact that this book made me think about some important ideas in life. It even touched something very personal in me through Aiden's conversations with his mother, revealing how quick people are at judging others while labeling personal situations as different. So, with everything in between adventures, emotions, and deeper messages, this was a delightful read. This is an inspirational story that made me really reflect on life and my personal beliefs.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because of the book's many great lessons on hope, compassion, and self-discovery. The plot is also filled with the outward and inward struggles of Aiden associated with real life and is thought-provoking. I recommend this book to any person embarking on the journey of self-discovery, facing personal loss, or who simply needs inspiration through a story that provides deep insights into life and personal growth.
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