Official Review: Painted Days by Peter Driscoll

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SamGee wrote: 02 Apr 2018, 00:25 The plot of the book seems to be interesting enough. It's unfortunate about the errors in editing though.
I know what you mean, SamGee! A good edit makes all the difference to books!

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The book sounds interesting, and the tracking of a romance tale in the past through carbon dating seems intriguing to read about, perhaps I might read it after the author edits the book.
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qsusan wrote: 05 Apr 2018, 09:40 The book sounds interesting, and the tracking of a romance tale in the past through carbon dating seems intriguing to read about, perhaps I might read it after the author edits the book.
I agree. I would have enjoyed the book better had it been edited throughly.

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The theme of this story is quite interesting especially from the start. Editing issues are troublesome. I think, I should try this book. Thanks for your review.
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Sarah Tariq wrote: 09 Apr 2018, 02:16 The theme of this story is quite interesting especially from the start. Editing issues are troublesome. I think, I should try this book. Thanks for your review.
Oh, yes. I think you'd like the book too.

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A mystery in the days of cave men is a unique basis for a story. I hope the author takes your advice and has professional editing done. Thanks for your informative review!
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stacie k wrote: 09 Apr 2018, 23:21 A mystery in the days of cave men is a unique basis for a story. I hope the author takes your advice and has professional editing done. Thanks for your informative review!
I sincerely hope so too.

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I've enjoyed other books about prehistoric times and this one sounds interesting, but it does sound as though the author is an expert in his subject but not so expert in the field of professional writing. I appreciated your analysis of the strengths and weaknesses.
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