A Density of Souls by Christopher RiceMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
I've read this book twice now, which is something I rarely do. It is a must read and still my favorite work of his. Although I have yet to read his newest that I picked up earlier this year at a book signing in San Diego. I'm actually reading through his previous works to savor his new release. 1st read: Dec 2000
I feel that I should really add more to this. This book has a main character who is gay, but in no means does it come of preachy in concern with that. This book is about the struggles between people that their differences cause. It also hits on the underlying lies of a social group and how conforming comes with a price. It is beautifully done and if I remember correctly he wrote it at 22. I was a teenager when it came out and it stirred the creativity in me in a way that I didn't feel until years later when I met Christopher Rice himself at a book signing. I remembered my love of writing. After reading this a second time I started working on a book which is something I have always wanted to do, but didn't because of the fear of rejection. Between his words, written and spoken, I have decided to write for myself. I just find his work, especially this first book, to be inspiring.
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