Dandelion Man - the four loves
Embark on a nostalgic odyssey with "Dandelion Man - The Four Loves," a compelling exploration of relationships through the 1960s and 1970s.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Detroit's past, Wally, our protagonist, relives the profound memory of his first love, triggered by a familiar song. This journey through time captures the essence of first love, echoing Sir James Matthew Barrie's words: "God gave us memory so that we might have roses in December."
"Dandelion Man" delves into the intricacies of love, inspired by C. S. Lewis' categorization of the four Greek words for love. As Wally reflects on his youthful romance with Dee, readers are immersed in the Age of Aquarius, experiencing the intoxicating, heart-soaring emotions that shaped his youth.
Hailed as essential reading in general fiction by the Midwest Book Review and praised for its compelling narrative by CatholicFiction.net, this tale goes beyond mere nostalgia. It portrays a deep, dual-perspective narrative of Wally and Dee, whose intertwined lives reveal the enduring impact of first love. Their story, humorous yet poignant, illuminates the complexities of relationships, drawing readers into a tale that resonates long after the final page.
Written by a former ghostwriter turned fiction author, "Dandelion Man" promises a heartfelt exploration of human connection, offering a narrative rich with emotional depth and reflective insights. Discover a story that lingers in the soul and rekindles the beauty of love's first bloom.
Reviews
"As we search for love, we enter tangled webs of life and living. 'Dandelion Man - the four loves' is a novel about relationships throughout the 1960s and 1970s and across generations as many put together the unique stories of their lives and the touches of first love. Enticing with a dedication to a very different era, 'Dandelion Man' is well worth considering for general fiction collections."
Mary Cowper Midwest Book Review December 2012 Issue
Do you remember your first love? Most do. We carry that first love deeply hidden in our hearts, but that hidden love remains. First love is that overpowering, head-over-heels feeling that we experience in our tender youth and it often teaches us how to need and respond to others. It prepares us for that special person with whom we ultimately share our life. Unfortunately, relatively few of us find the unending type of love the first time around. Yet that first love is so special that we never forget it. Forty years after losing his first love, Wally, now happily married, attends the funeral of Dee’s father. And in that meeting renews the memory of a love that both elated and crushed him so many years ago.
... the story that is related is both powerful and interesting.
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