Title: Someday, Someday
Author: Emma Scott
First published November 24, 2019
374 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.41
Overview
Recipient of multiple accolades, including three Eisner Awards and featuring in THE NEW YORK TIMES and NPR, Y: THE LAST MAN, Vol. 10: Whys and Wherefores by Brian K.
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In this final volume, Yorick’s long quest reaches a breathtaking, unexpected end. Gathered in this collection are issues #55-60 of the acclaimed Vertigo series by Brian K.
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About the Author
Emma Scott is a talented author whose books have gained worldwide recognition – they’ve been translated into seven languages, and have been featured in Buzzfeed, Huffington Post, New York Daily News and USA Today’s Happy Ever After. Her stories are known for their emotional depth, character-driven plots, and the beautiful interplay of art and love.
Emma’s first MM romance novel, Someday, Someday, won the Utopia Con Award for LGBTQ Book of the Year, and if you love stories that tug at your heartstrings, with diverse characters and heroes who cherish their heroines, then you’ll definitely love her books.
Emma’s recent releases are all available now and FREE with KU. These include The Muse, an MM romance, Between Hello & Goodbye, The Sinner, a paranormal angels and demons romance, The Lost Boys, a three-book series of interconnected standalones, The Girl in the Love Song, When You Come Back to Me, The Last Piece of His Heart, and A Five-Minute Life.
If you’re eagerly waiting for more books from Emma, then you’ll be happy to know that The Muse 2022 is on its way. To keep up with Emma and her latest releases, you can follow her on her website at emmascottwrites.com, sign up for her super-cute non-spammy newsletter, check out her author page on Amazon, join her reader group, or even email her directly at [email protected].
Editoral Review
In her fifth novel, Someday, Someday, Emma Scott delves into the complex world of addiction and recovery while exploring themes of forgiveness, second chances, and the power of hope. Known for her ability to capture raw emotions and craft nuanced characters, Scott delivers another thought-provoking and beautifully written story that will capture readers’ hearts and leave a lasting impact.
The novel follows the journey of Silas Marsh, a former drug addict struggling to rebuild his life after a tumultuous past. When he meets Max Kaufman, a young art student dealing with his own demons, the two men find solace and understanding in each other’s company, forming an unlikely bond that could either save them or break them completely.
As they navigate the ups and downs of love and addiction, they confront their pasts, confront their fears, and learn to hope for a better future. Set against the backdrop of New York City, Someday, Someday is both a love story and a powerful exploration of addiction and its impact on individuals and society.
Scott’s prose is poetic and lyrical, infusing the novel with a dreamlike quality that mirrors the characters’ fragile emotional states. The city itself becomes a character, with its gritty streets and soaring skyscrapers serving as both a refuge and a reminder of the past.
One of the novel’s strengths lies in its characterization. Silas and Max are complex, fully realized individuals whose struggles and triumphs feel real and relatable.
Scott does an excellent job of portraying the nuances of addiction and recovery, capturing the pain, the shame, and the hope inherent in the journey. The secondary characters are also well-drawn, each adding to the rich tapestry of the narrative.
The pacing of the novel is strong, with Scott expertly building tension and raising the stakes as the story progresses. There are moments of heartbreak and moments of joy, all handled with sensitivity and finesse.
The plot structure itself is fairly straightforward, but Scott’s writing elevates it to something truly special. That being said, there are some weaknesses in the novel.
The dialogue, while mostly effective, can occasionally come across as stilted or forced. Additionally, some readers may find the romance between Silas and Max a bit predictable, although Scott injects enough depth and complexity into the characters to make it feel fresh and engaging.
Overall, Someday, Someday is a moving and beautifully written novel that will stay with readers long after they’ve put it down. Scott’s skillful storytelling and strong characterization make it a standout in the genre, and its exploration of addiction and recovery feels timely and important.
Highly recommended for fans of romance, contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking literature. Rating: 4 out of 5 stars.
