Review of The Freedom Building

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Review of The Freedom Building

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[Following is a volunteer review of "The Freedom Building" by Martin Kendall.]
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5 out of 5 stars
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The Freedom Building by Martin Kendall is a story of an architect, John Gowan, who, after an accident, wakes up in the hospital with amnesia. He discovers that he is the designer of a building owned by a multinational corporation and that terrorists had previously destroyed the company’s original building. His motivation to recover his lost memories leads him into a political controversy and an all-out fight against an inner demon he must face head-on. This book is a fascinating journey into the mind of an individual struggling to find meaning and connection in life, not realizing that what he is seeking lies within himself. Compelling and thought-provoking, The Freedom Building is a tense, minute-by-minute unfolding of events reflected solely from John's perspective.

I thoroughly enjoyed the book. It kept me in the dark and continually guessing the nature of the mystifying and disorienting blackness that threatens to devour John whenever he attempts to regain his memories. You sense his desperation and panic as he tries various avenues to solve his issues and unravel the darkness. The author leads you on a journey with John and deftly nuances the thoughts and emotions John experiences through his encounters with those around him: a mysterious man on a bench who keeps appearing, his co-owner at the architectural firm, and his soon-to-be ex-wife.

I appreciated the surprise ending. I could not have predicted it, but it seemed very fitting with John’s character and the storyline. After reading, I still had a few questions remaining about John’s motives and behaviors, but, in my mind, it didn’t take anything away from the story; in fact, it added to the impact of this outstanding book as it reflects reality, the unknowns of human behavior.

The editing of the book is exceptional and flawless. There is minimal profanity and sexual content. I am rating this book five out of five stars. I highly recommend The Freedom Building by Martin Kendall, especially for readers who appreciate psychological themes.

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