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Flower in The Cold

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Flower in The Cold is a new production by an ambitious writer. After reading the first book by Orfali I was anxious to read more of her well-written and intriguing stories. This new book deals with taboos in our lives like euthanasia, sexual abuse and abortion. I'm impressed by her pro-life approach and critical eye for the problems of our society, also by her contradictory images of fire and cold. I wish the author luck and recommend her two books, Blue Fire and Flower in The Cold.

The stories I read in this book capture the imagination and trigger a deep disgust for child-abusers.
The story Stableboy with its style and thoughts, was one of my favorites.
I was abused as a child and it gave me comfort to see the perpetrator punished at the end.
Thank you author for this wonderful book

Huda Orfali's first book, Blue Fire, received several strong reader reviews here at Amazon.com. Orfali's second book offers stories of people learning to deal with the harsh realities of life and death. Relying heavily on dialogue, Orfali shows people who must confront unexpected changes, including some tragic changes. The characters range from a ballerina, to a camera man, to a vampire.

One of my favorite selections is the title story, in which a father's letters help him examine his feelings about his son's illness.

Orfali gives realistic glimpses at the more difficult moments in people's lives. Still, she also celebrates the strength of human relationships and the protective love of parents for their children.

These stories reflect a deep understanding of human nature and a deep love for the written word.