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Bryan W. Conway

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"In Sandusky Burning, Bryan W. Conway crafts a tale of unseen chaos amidst the tranquil facade of a lakeside campground."

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thebookcommentary.comThe Book Commentary: Sandusky BurningIn Sandusky Burning, Bryan W. Conway crafts a tale of unseen chaos amidst the tranquil facade of a lakeside campground. The narrative follows multiple characters, unraveling the intermingled lives of seasonal workers and campers at Sandusky Shores. Central to the plot is Brady Sullivan, a remote worker facing marital issues, who becomes entangled in a series of escalating incidents ranging from petty theft to drunken escapades. As the story unfolds, it reveals the darker undercurrents of addiction, manipulation, and desperation, culminating in a suspenseful crescendo involving a mysterious fire and a train disaster that force the characters to confront their fates. Brady just wants to get home to his wife and kids but is lured into a compromising position; the army vet is blackmailed with photographs of him and a prostitute. Will he give up government secrets to save himself and his family as pressure mounts? The characterization in Sandusky Burning is deeply nuanced. Conway presents a diverse cast, from the beleaguered Brady, struggling with his identity and marital strife, to Chuck, whose blend of charm and manipulation reveals a darker side fueled by substance abuse. Conway contrasts their existential dilemmas with humor and moments of raw vulnerability. Characters like Viktor and Daniela, the Romanian workers, are layered and intriguing.  The world-building is impeccable, with the campgrounds set against the train tracks constantly reminding us of underlying tensions and impending disasters. The contrast between the idyllic summer retreat and the threat of chaos through the train’s passage heightens the suspense. The community is characterized by neglect, and the various conflicts simmer beneath the surface. Personal struggles manifest in communal crises, highlighting the interconnectedness of the characters’ actions. The external pressures from their socioeconomic realities amplify their internal struggles, ultimately leading to a collision of chaos and resolution in a very literal sense. Bryan W. Conway succeeds in creating vivid characters with weaknesses that make them authentic and credible. The tension is gripping, and the prose is exquisite in this suspenseful thriller. 
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The best way I can describe this read for me is nostalgic.

My personal love story started in the 8th grade, when I was fourteen and he was thirteen. That nerdy boy is now my husband, and we’ve been together 15 years now.

This book is told in two timelines, and the “then” timeline that told the story of Elliot and Macy meeting at about the same age and falling in love was so familiar to me, and brought back so many memories. I had so much affection for these flashbacks.

Perhaps that’s what really made me love this book. I do have my critiques, one that it’s a bit long and two that the end is a bit soapy, but overall I really enjoyed it. This story has many truly heartwarming moments, but it also explores some genuine pain and heartbreak.

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