Contemporary
Why is Frances Mary O’Donnell – unloved, single and forty – carrying a child? Whose child?
She cannot remember.
Her life is filled with bizarre coincidences, which lead her to believe that the infant growing inside her is retribution for her role in the tragic death of her mother many years ago. The truth, however, is a little more complex…
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Recommended to me by a friend, although this is not my normal type of book I enjoyed reading it and certainly found it thought provoking. I didn’t want to put the book down as I was drawn into the individual characters stories and wanted to find out where it would lead them. The book keeps you gripped with twists, turns and the unexpected.
I really enjoyed The Seed of Change by Richard Paul Winston. What I found particularly interesting was how the story could seem completely unbelievable at times, only to then shift into something that felt surprisingly feasible. That contrast kept me thinking about what might actually be possible. The book is full of twists and turns, right up to the very end. Just when you think you have worked out what is going to happen, the story takes another direction. I enjoyed that sense of uncertainty because it kept me wanting to read on. Overall, I thought The Seed of Change was a fascinating and thought-provoking read. If you enjoy science, mystery, unexpected twists and stories that make you question what is possible, I would definitely recommend giving it a read.
On reading this book I found it interesting and intrigning! I had not read anything which reminded me of this book. The ending was interesting and certainly some would find it a shock! A really different read and I would recommend it!
I read this book despite it not being the genre I would normally choose. The plot is well constructed and all the characters are totally believable. I thought the priest was somewhat unworldly but I found that reassuringly realistic. The book is a page-turner, with twists and turns throughout. I defy anyone to guess the end! I was desperate to finish the book but wanted the story to go on for ever. This is an amazing piece of work and undoubtedly one of the best books I have ever read. Could there be a sequel? I hope so.
I enjoyed this book from start to finish. Frances Mary O'Donnell is 40, a loner, single, and finds out she is pregnant, but has no recollection how this came about. Her quiet life is entirely upended. The mystery of her missing memory keeps the pages turning. Desperate and confused, she seeks answers in a confession, leading to the local priest taking her in and helping her. The story then takes a fascinating twist when the baby is born and develops unusual qualities. I feel I got to know the characters and their lives, but was not prepared for the unexpected ending!
