Impossible

I have been dreadfully lax about the novels I have been reading. Lately I felt the need to finally sit down and read Impossible by NancyWerlin. What a novel this was. The most amazing and captivating piece I have read in a while. The concept of the story came from years of ‘thinking’ about writing a novel only to be hit with it one day in its entirety. I, personally, love to write that way. I can think about a novel, story, or paper for days or even years before it is ready to be put down onto paper and into physical words. This novel was well worth the wait. What of it, andeighteen year old who happens to be the latest daughter in a string of cursed women.

How well this novel is written astounded me. I do not often feel that the pieces I read are extraordinary by any means. This piece was well done. I have never read a book entirely modeled around a person’s perception of a song and what the lyrics mean. Let’s just say it can all be explained, in the sneaky way of the Elfin fae, it was completely brought to light. How eye-opening a read!

Pregnant at eighteen after being raped by a possessed prom date, our main character slowly discovers the curse which will come fully to light by the end of her pregnancy. Caught between a rock and a hard place she is helped by her family, her true love, and her friends. She is able to rationalize the situation and solve the imbedded riddles which are written into “ Scarborough Fair” the song. There are over ten different version of the story which have crept to light over the centuries. It is amazing to read about them and the interpretations.

The novel encompasses the young girl’s journey not to be the next in line of string of women to give birth to a daughter and then go crazy. The lyrics of the songs are quite amazing when broken down. They are in riddles. There are, it is said, ways to break the curse, but the young girl must complete three seemingly impossible tasks. But what the Elfin knight does not realize is what true love really is, and that true love does, in the end, conquer all.

Yes, this turned into somewhat of a love story, but how beautifully written to have the lyrics of the song so clearly interwoven into the fabric of each of the character’s lives. I encourage all of you to go out and read this book before I spoil the ending for you. It was simply amazing to read this book. Make sure you have a little time to read it, however, because once you get started, putting it down is near to impossible.

I was thrilled by this haunting tale. The novel has also been nominated for a National Book Award. She is a finalist in the competition with this piece of work.

Once again, go read this book. It is not actually that long, so you really will enjoy bringing this story of love conquering all into your life. I know I will never forget it, and neither will you.