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Torrents of Our Time: Twenty-Two Stories by [Christian Fennell]

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Torrents of Our Time: Twenty-Two Stories Kindle Edition

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Christian Fennell's debut book, Torrents of Our Time, brings together a collection of 22 stories, most of which have appeared in international literary journals and anthologies. A gifted storyteller with a wide-ranging audience, Fennell challenges the weakness in the heart of all our “truths," while illuminating our dreams and our fears. These are stories that reside in the broken places of us, a stunning dance between our flaws and the beauty and joy of who we are, in this place now. Taken as a whole, Torrents of Our Time is a lyrical and page-turning narrative of love, loss, and pain.

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October 6, 2020
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18 years
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"These stories bemuse, unsettle and surprise in equal measure. Whatever expectations one might have of a book of dark, realist short stories set in rural America, this collection defies them, and instead weaves an elegant song of sadness, dark humour, and strangeness." - Neon Books UK5 stars for Torrents of Our Time: Twenty-Two Stories by Christian Fennell: "Visceral and raw. Abstract and compelling. Harsh realism brought forth by a very creative pen. An illustrative journey through the darker recesses of the human mind. A continued journey through the darker recesses of the human soul. A book like no other that could appeal to anyone." - N. N. Light's Book Heaven "Many of Fennell's stories, which employ different narrative techniques, create effective tension and suspense." - Kirkus Reviews "Christian Fennell writes stories to savour. Sharp, salty and sly, they come at you sideways with a shot of poignancy when you least expect it - and a twist of humour when you most need it." - Katy Darby, Director, Liars' League London "Beautifully moving and profound prose." - James Diaz, Editor-in-chief, Anti-Heroin Chic"Christian Fennell's 'The Lighthouse, the Pier and the Woman' is captivating and heartbreaking. With his transformative sentences, Fennell skillfully connects the reader to his protagonist."- Marisela Gomez, Fiction Editor; Kind Writers Literary Magazine

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Thank you Firenze Books. Thank you Carolina Himmel for capturing so well, the spirit of the book, with your beautiful art!

ASIN : B08K64VHH6
Publisher : Firenze Books (October 6, 2020)
Publication date : October 6, 2020
Language : English
File size : 1341 KB
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Print length : 160 pages
Page numbers source ISBN : 1777281008
Lending : Enabled

Best Sellers Rank: #3,378,520 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #11,658 in Fiction Anthologies
- #22,344 in Literary Anthologies & Collections
- #50,582 in Short Stories Anthologies

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Judith Borenin

The untrustworthy self

Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2021

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In the introduction to his book of short stories, Torrents of Our Time: Twenty-Two Stories, Christian Fennell quotes Marie Howe: “Memory is a poet, not a historian”. Fennell states his intent in these stories is to “sidestep” the “pitfalls of the rational mind, allowing for the insights of our intuitive thinking”.
And, indeed, these stories are poems of captured insights during inner storms. Each story, if allowed to, takes us to a place where inner voices speak, heard above the gale. Be prepared to listen as he blends voices with narratives to reveal unintentional truths which break the boundaries of reason.

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Kimeng33

Suspenseful and intriguing.

Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2020

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I enjoyed reading Torrents of Our Time! Suspenseful and intriguing stories, with memorable, interesting characters. Vivid details and razor-sharp dialogue that jumps right off the page. This collection has something for everyone!

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Dianne Woodman

Heartrending Short Stories

Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2020

Torrents of Our Time is a great example of literary fiction. Christian Fennell has penned 22 short stories each featuring their own cast of characters who are experiencing the harsh realities of real situations and reacting to them in ways that fit in with Fennell’s portrayal of the dark side of human nature. Some of the stories are open to interpretation and others are more obvious in their meaning, but in all of them, Fennell has written stories diverse in subject matter that reflect and explore the deepest/innermost recesses of people’s minds. The stories pertain to issues such as mental disorders, suicide, cold-blooded murder, fear, adultery, conscienceless acts, sorrow, vexing decisions, emotional entanglements, and deceitful behavior.

Fennell has put together well-crafted stories with style and substance that are intense with emotions and will affect readers in different ways depending on their own interpretations and reactions to the characters’ behaviors. Fennell fuses imagination and reality together in a way that is thought-provoking and will resonate with readers. The narrative is captivating, and the structure and the format of the writing fit in perfectly with these heartrending stories that not only will fascinate and, in some instances, leave readers feeling unsettled but also will appeal to their raw emotions. The combination of characters and their aura has more bearing on each story than time and place. The lack of quotation marks and dialogue tags is not confusing to readers nor does it detract from a memorable reading experience. This emotionally appealing book is overall a great read and one well worth reading due to Fennell’s skillful handling of the poignant and grim subject matter in clear, economical, and precise prose.

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Thrifty LoCo

Amazing collection!

Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2021

This is a truly impressive short-story collection! Author Christian Fennell writes beautifully. Parts of the book almost feel like reading poetry, while never distracting from the story being told.

Each story in this volume is its own complete world, with characters, setting, and themes of its own. Some of the themes deal with difficult subject matter, but all are very worth reading. Take your time as you work through the stories....allow yourself to think about what you're reading....there's a lot here that's worth pondering after you finish each story.

I always enjoy reading a good short story....and I LOVED this book, since it provided so many of them. I'll be re-reading the whole book at some point, but I've marked my favorites to revisit more often.

Highly recommended!

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Anthony Avina

This was a fantastic short story collection...

Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2020

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.

The Review

This was a fantastic short story collection. The author has a superb way with words that is both poetic and thought-provoking. Each story is written in a way that allows the reader to interpret and feel their own emotions about the narrative rather than a straightforward story with a beginning, middle, and end.

One story in particular that I enjoyed as a paranormal and magick enthusiast is The Witch in the Woods, which plays on childhood fears and storytelling and the concept of bravery in the face of that fear. The elements involving the “witch” were great to see and the story ends on a shocking note, but the grander concept of false narratives blinding us to the truth and how stories can grow and take on a life of their own really resonated with me. The author’s expert use of imagery and character growth in such a short span of time really added to the thoughtful nature of each story being told.

The Verdict

Overall, this was a must-read collection. The author’s work is profoundly impactful and really draws the reader in. Each story has something for every kind of reader, and the author’s writing really is creative and emotionally powerful in its delivery, making this a one of a kind read that cannot be missed. Be sure to grab your copies today!

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Visceral and raw...

Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2020

Trigger Warning: some readers may be offended by some of the racially sensitive language.

This book takes a reader on a journey, unlike anything the reader ever chose. Visceral and raw. Abstract and compelling. This book is simply Douglas Adams but written for small-town America. This is a Hitchhiker’s guide to small-town America. This isn't a small-town you might be familiar with or heard in songs. This is hardscrabble life. This is life on the outskirts of survival. This is the mean streets when the streets are dirt roads. Torrents of Our Time reads like the proverbial car wreck you can't stop looking at.

Interpretative in the way that each story can mean something different to every reader. Harsh realism brought forth by a very creative pen. An illustrative journey through the darker recesses of the human mind. A continued journey through the darker recesses of the human soul. A book like no other that could appeal to anyone.

Disclaimer: I received a copy from the author in the hopes I'd review it.

My Rating: 5 stars

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