Gone by Julie Elizabeth Powell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
After Charley dies in her office chair, how is it that she finds herself propelled into the mysterious world of Avalon?
Upon encountering an essence, which insists is her daughter – the one she knows she left behind – insanity battles with fear inside her mind.
The further she delves, the more puzzling things appear, especially after she rises into the Orb of Caprice – a realm of fairies, talking flowers and goblins…and something else, something that lurks in the shadows ready to swallow her whole.
Can she realise in time what it is she must do…or has she left it too late?
Gone is a story inspired by a true event
I was given this book by the author for a honest review.
This is an amazing story based on an actual event that happened to the author, based on her version of what happens when you die. I really enjoyed the story Charley’s adventures in Avalon as she comes to grips with her daughter’s passing, and her moving on without Jenny. At times I was sad, other times I shouted with joy, and other times I was a bit confused. This whole book makes you think and wonder what really does happen when you die?
This story had the feel of Alice In Wonderland and the Phantom TollBooth books I adored when I was younger. You really feel as if you have gone on a long journey with the characters and have learned lessons right along with them. Take time to read this book, and I am sure you will not be disappointed.
