Monday, January 14, 2013

Seal, by Kathryn Kuitenbrouwer


I'm not sure what I think of Seal, by Kathryn Kuitenbrouwer. A first I thought it was a literary/general fiction type of story, full of metaphor and a young boy's imaginings. Then something happened and now I don't know what to think. It wasn't a bad story, I definitely I liked it.  The elements that made it "strange" were introduced at the end, making my perspective on the entire story change.  I did like that the ending was unexpected.  The characters were interesting and multidimensional.  I appreciated the depth given them in such a short piece.  I'd actually really like someone to read this story so I can get another perspective.  Thoughts?

I have to say, I really like the image that The Walrus paired with this story.  I don't know whose decision that was, but they did a good job.  Selena Wong's illustration is lovely and flows well with the story.


Short Story Monday is hosted by John at The Book Mine Set.

2 comments:

  1. My curiousity is piqued. I've bookmarked this for next week.

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    1. I'm interested to hear what you think.

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