Hotel Obscure by Lisette Brodey
Here is the second post in my series of “Stay-At-Home”-posts honoring some of the authors I have met, either personally or over social media, and whose works have inspired me. Lisette Brodey has published several excellent novels about family, friends, and relationships as well as a few very funny romantic comedies. One of my favorite work of hers is Hotel Obscure, a collection of short stories. Here is my review:
Powerful, heart-wrenching, and heart-warming
Hotel Obscure is a collection of heart-wrenching, heart-warming, and unsentimental stories about people from all walks of life who, for different reasons, have fallen on hard times and end up in a cheap, dilapidated hotel in a less than stellar neighborhood. The place is a dead-end for many but also a new start for some. The inhabitants include men and women who try to escape an abusive relationship or oppressive environment, people in financial straits, drug-addicts, prostitutes or other bankrupt souls. With deep psychological insight, with warmth and humor, the author portrays this motley crew of hurting or broken souls. Excellent work, I wish I could give it more than 5 stars!
I hope I got you interested in this talented author. If yes, click on the cover of the book or on the title link above.
More to come! Have a great week and stay safe!
