Montpelier Tomorrow by Marylee MacDonald – Editorial Review
The older we get, the more we realize the importance of family. Montpelier Tomorrow is a beautifully written, superbly constructed novel which will almost certainly be the best Family Life/Literary Fiction novel you will read this year
Montpelier Tomorrow is a challenging read and a very fulfilling one. The novel won the Gold Medal for Drama from Readers’ Favorite Book Awards and very early on it becomes evident why. It is a treat for your mind and for your soul
It’s an almost perfect read for readers who love Women’s Fiction or Family Life Fiction or Literary Fiction
Books Butterfly Editorial Review of Montpelier Tomorrow by Marylee MacDonald
This was a very challenging book to review because it has immense depth and beauty. It takes you through a rollercoaster of emotions. It really is a book where a review cannot do justice. You must read it and experience it for yourself
Introduction & Context
In today’s society, values are an essential part of our lives and the characters in MaryLee Macdonald’s novel, Montpelier Tomorrow, provide a powerful portrayal of these values
Love, loyalty, kindness, sympathy, and concern are the moral values that are crucial for the growth of our society. This novel teaches readers new ways of living and making a living out of their livelihoods
Main Review
The characters in Montpelier Tomorrow have been brought to life by the author’s portrayal of their life experiences and how they develop as they grow up
The book includes a mix of different scenarios, including moments of silence and humor. The story follows the characters as they deal with life’s challenges, such as the death of loved ones, giving birth, and making a living
The novel takes place in various locations, including Chicago, Washington DC, and Maryland, and the characters encounter different people who help them along the way
The community grows when a new life is born, and Sandy gives birth to her second baby. However, the joy is short-lived when Rob’s father is involved in an accident that leads to his death. The characters learn how to deal with grief and keep the memories of their loved ones alive
As they navigate through life, they face challenges such as illnesses, financial struggles, and moving to a new place. The author highlights the importance of friendship and concern for others throughout the novel
Montpelier Tomorrow is a novel that successfully explores various themes such as love, grief, loyalty, death, birth, and life
The excellent writing and astute handling of the characters’ life experiences makes it an engaging read for anyone interested in acquiring knowledge and enhancing their values. The characters play their part well, and readers can learn a lot from following their actions
Love, concern, loyalty, and kindness are just some of the values that Montpelier Tomorrow promotes, making it an essential read for everyone
Strengths
The book has many strengths, and the author captures the reader’s attention from the beginning to the end
The theme of love is a crucial aspect of the novel, and the characters’ love for each other is inspiring. The novel also portrays the true meaning of friendship and shows how it can help one overcome life’s challenges
The characters’ efforts to make a living also serve as motivation for readers to find ways to live their lives to the fullest
Weaknesses
The novel’s themes of silence and mourning, along with death, may be a weakness for some readers. This is not a book you should read if you are in a depressed state of mind
The novel contains many scenarios that can make readers anxious about what might happen next. As we have mentioned earlier, it is a challenging and satisfying read
Conclusion
A must read book if you like Women’s Fiction or Literary Fiction or Family Life Fiction
We have noticed that sometimes a truly good book will divide readers. It will challenge the reader to reach into themselves. This means a mix of 5 star reviews and 3 star reviews. Montpelier Tomorrow is an excellent example of this. Reviews cluster around 5 stars (5/5) and 3 stars (3/5)
We would consider Montpelier Tomorrow to be a perfect 100/100 read for anyone who loves Women’s Fiction or Literary Fiction or Family Life Fiction/Family Drama Fiction. In fact, we would go out on a limb and say it will probably be the best book you read this year, if you love one of those book genres
Overall Recommendation
We highly recommend Montpelier Tomorrow as a book that delivers valuable insights into life’s challenges. The novel is an excellent read for anyone interested in enhancing their values and understanding the true meaning of love, friendship, and concern
MaryLee Macdonald’s other books, including Body Lesson, Surrender, and Bodies of Water, are also recommended and can be found on Amazon.
Montpelier Tomorrow is strongly recommended for
- Women’s Fiction readers – 100/100
- Literary Fiction readers – 100/100
- Family Drama/Family Life readers – 100/100
For a general reader, we would still give it a very high 90/100
We would also recommend Authors in Literary Fiction and Family Life Fiction study Montpelier Tomorrow. In particular, its ability to challenge readers and bring out very strong emotions in readers
Curator’s Thoughts
Montpelier Tomorrow by Marylee MacDonald is published by Grand Canyon Press. Grand Canyon Press is an Independent Press which focuses on publishing the best authors from the Western American states, and with Montpelier Tomorrow it certainly delivers
We’ve been blessed to curate and promote over 200,000 books over the last 12 years (both traditionally published and independently published). Montpelier Tomorrow is one of the best books we have come across in the last 12 years, and represents the best of Independent Publishing
It is a world class book which might have gotten lost amidst the Big Publisher focus on ‘market appeal’ and ‘commercial possibilities’. Thanks to the advent of Self Publishing we are able to enjoy such gems
Below is a photograph of the author, Marylee MacDonald
Where to get Montpelier Tomorrow
Montpelier Tomorrow – A Novel by Marylee MacDonald is available at Amazon
- eBook – Montpelier Tomorrow by Marylee MacDonald
- Paperback – Montpelier Tomorrow by Marylee MacDonald Paperback
The Author website is at MaryleeMacdonald.com. There is also a page for Montpelier Tomorrow with links to the various book stores
The Marylee MacDonald Author Page at Amazon lists all her books, many of which have won prizes and awards
Of particular interest to self published authors would be Marylee MacDonald’s guide to Small Publishers and Independent Publishers which covers over 350 small presses, university presses, and independent publishers that take ‘unagented’ submissions, including Grand Canyon Press (the publisher for Montpelier Tomorrow)
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