What does one do when one day you wake up and you're 52 years old, the third generation owner of a Rehoboth Beach, Delaware beachfront restaurant and you want all the things you don't have like a family of his own? Β Meet Jack Schmidt, the protagonist of Β Ethan Joella's work of literary fiction, THE SAME BRIGHT STARS. The question is... how badly does he want these things? Β He has received a generous offer for his restaurant that includes keeping his staff on. Β He has almost no life outside the restaurant, doesn't take time off and all his romantic relationships have failed. So, why is he struggling with making a decision?Β
The story is told in different timelines and the impact of the past on the present is profound. Skillfully developed are the secondary characters who come with their own backstories. Β With no warning, the author gives Jack a shocking surprise from his past that leads to a surprising relationship and suddenly his future might look a little different.
Expertly told, THE SAME BRIGHT STARS is a character-driven story that delves into relationships and emotions. I found it to be meaningful and moving. Β THE SAME BRIGHT STARS is well worth reading. Β Highly recommended.
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