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Some of the best since John D. MacDonald Sep 20, 2007
By H. S. Curlee
One copy is not enough... I bought two and plan on buying more for Christmas presents.
Frankly, Smith's writing is stunningly good. It particularly brings to mind my long-time hero, John D. MacDonald. In his best stuff, particularly the short story medium, John D. had the knack for accurately catching the flavor of communications within a relationship in an intimate way few have equaled.
And now Bill Smith has joined that club as well.....
You could drop any of these short stories into a MacDonald anthology and they would be right at home. This stuff IS that good.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Wonderfully Intimate Storytelling Dec 20, 2007
By W. Antrim
W. A. Smith's characters are more than memorable... they're real! I found myself truly caring about the people in these stories, wanting to know even more about them and how their lives turned out. Throughout the stories, Smith peaks our curiosity with quirky little tidbits and asides that draw us further in. He is in the mind of all these characters and through them, gives amazing insight into the way our minds work at times.
Smiths story telling is vibrant and versatile; "The Birdbath" is tough and edgy - "Lunch with the Indians" is innocent and tender and "A History of the World"...well this piece just needs to continue into a full novel.
Kudos Mr. Smith, your tender heart shows through your words.
I look forward to more!
Bravo, Mr. Smith! Sep 27, 2007
By Robert S. Wall
I'm writing to express my excitement after reading "Sons of Their Fathers: A Novella & Twelve Stories," by W. A. Smith. This is a wonderful, insightful collection of stories that uncover the essence of the unique relationship between fathers and their progeny. In particular, the short story, "His Last Nine Words" reminds me of the simple clarity I love with E. B. White, the view of the South I enjoy in Flannery O'Connor stories; but with the fantastic treatment and tremendous ending only this up and coming southern writer can deliver. Bravo, Mr. Smith!
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