Nelson Pahl's Bee Balms and Burgundy Review by J. Kaye Oldner

Laura West dubs Nelson Pahl as 
“America's Next Great Writer”. She goes on to say "Every once in a while a writer comes along that demands we take notice; one that avails just the right meter, tempo, and rhythm; one that can engulf us in a story and keep us glued throughout 200 pages; one that offers a style sure to be emulated by his aspiring peers, both of his generation and generations to come. Nelson Pahl is just that writer.” 

After reading Bee Balms & Burgundy, I agree. This author has a gift for expressing profound emotion through the written word. Here’s a little summary of book:

Nick May is a successful entrepreneur now living in Vancouver. At 32, he's lost patience with live-in girlfriend Sonja. Upon a late summer visit to his hometown of St. Paul, he reacquaints with childhood neighbor and lifelong friend Mia. Unbeknownst to Nick, Mia has suffered a life-threatening and eye-opening setback. She also harbors a powerful secret—one that will change Nick forever.

Midway through, reading became almost impossible as my tears stained the pages. There was no way I could stop reading – too many questions needed answers. Readers will not be disappointed as the story is brimming with emotion.

Nelson Pahl is on tour with Pump Up Your Book. Stop by Beyond the Books as he chats about writing.

For a sample chapter, click here. Also, make it a point to stop off at this author’s website and meet Mia. What an awesome site!

Until the next review,
Happy Reading!

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Posted by J. Kaye Oldner
at 1:14 AM
7 comments
icedream said...
A tear-jerker! I adore them, I love a book that makes me bawl like a baby. Thanks for the review J.Kaye, the book sounds great.
December 19, 2007 11:05 PM


j. kaye oldner said...
Icedream - this was a book I couldn't put down until the last page. I don't want to give anything away, but there was a scene where I burst into tears. I didn't see it coming and wasn't aware I was so emotionally invested in the book. 

Great writing!
December 20, 2007 6:43 AM


ladytink_534 said...
This sounds really cool and I love the title!
December 20, 2007 7:02 AM

upon further review said...
Wow - it takes a lot to make me cry, but maybe this one would do it. Sounds like a great book!
December 20, 2007 8:43 AM


cheryl said...
Oh my, then I would be a goner. Probably go through a box of tissues. 

Nice review J. Kaye.

Cheryl
December 20, 2007 9:41 AM

windycindy said...
Boy, would I be in trouble! I already cry at the drop of a pin! You make the book sound great. Please sign me up! Thanks,Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
December 20, 2007 10:06 AMj. kaye oldner said...
Abi! Welcome to J. Kaye's Book Blog! Nice to see a new face.

And Ladies, just for the record, I avoid tear-jerker books. Don't like them whatsoever. That said, I am glad I didn't miss this one. I highly recommend it. The depth of writing is worth the tears.
December 20, 2007 3:25 PM