Desperately seeking Epic - B. N. Toler

Paul James loved Clara Bateman. Hating her would have been easier.

She was the past, and he was hell-bent on keeping her there.

Or so he thought...

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You’re my father.

I don’t know much about you. I know your name is Paul James, you’re a thrill seeker, and once upon a time you did stunts and people called you ‘Epic.’ I’ve been told you don’t know about me. That it’s complicated. But for me it’s simple. Here’s the thing: I’m twelve years old…and I’m dying. And as much as this could crush my mother, I have to meet you before I go. In time, I’m sure she’ll understand. She’s still in love with you.So, Epic, if you read this, please come back. You don’t have to be my dad. You don’t even have to tell me you love me or you’re sorry. Just come see me. 

Patiently waiting, but running out of time,

Neena

Oh my God! This story was so good! So amazingly written! I cried, I laughed, I got all the feels with it. B. N. Toler did an amazing job. Every character carefully written out to give this story the right amount of depth and lightheartedness at the same time. Such balance.

The quick and profound connection between a little girl and her estranged father, their will to make the most of their only treasured moments together. The deep love of a mother for her daughter. Her need to protect her and herself from possible heartbreak. The bonding, the unbending will and loyalty of a friend, the harsh reality of fate... it all comes together in such tender display of love, devotion and redemption.

Desperately Seeking Epic has definitely become one of my favorite reads this year. The sweet little girl, the devoted mother, the father that's been robbed of his child and the bestfriend that is always there for them all had me laughing and sobbing my way through this story. I rate it with 4.5 inconspicuous stars!