A tragedy shatters Coen’s carefully constructed life.
When the airplane piloted by Elias Santos crashes one week before their wedding day, Coen Caraway loses the man he loves and the illusion of happiness he has worked so hard to create. The only thing Elias leaves behind is a recording of his final words, and even Coen is baffled by the cryptic message.
Numb with grief, he takes refuge on the Mexican island that was meant to host their wedding. But as fragments of the past come to the surface in the aftermath of the tragedy, Coen is forced to question everything he thought he knew about Elias and their life together. Beneath his flawed memory lies the truth about Elias — and himself.
From the damp concrete of Vancouver to the spoiled shores of Mexico, After Elias braids the past with the present to tell a story of doubt, regret, and the fear of losing everything.
My Rating - 4 Stars!
After Elias is an impressive story with an important message. This Eddy Boudel Tan novel is an interesting one for sure.
It truly reminds you that we don't fully know anyone other than ourselves. We often forget this, think we know people, and when you really think about it, we don't.
This story starts with Elias' death. What follows is Coen's story, as he deals with, or doesn't deal with his fiancee's death. The mystery is well done, definitely keeping the reader intrigued throughout.
That said, I am sure some readers will struggle with Coen's reaction to everything. But it's a good read when you're looking for a mystery, that although heavy, is not very heavy in it's telling.
The author does a wonderful job exploring the power one's past has over someone; how easily one remains burdened by their pain and guilt. This is a story that includes mental health issues, family issues, and guilt. It is a story with doubts and struggles with the unknown.
This multi-layered read is full of twists and turns throughout. Overall, it's a memorable tale of learning about the past and learning to put one's past behind them.
After Elias is an accomplished tale. This Eddy Boudel Tan book is amazing for a debut novel. The author will take you along on a remarkable journey that tests the main character's resolves throughout. Be sure to check it out when you're looking for a serious and thought-provoking novel.
It truly reminds you that we don't fully know anyone other than ourselves. We often forget this, think we know people, and when you really think about it, we don't.
This story starts with Elias' death. What follows is Coen's story, as he deals with, or doesn't deal with his fiancee's death. The mystery is well done, definitely keeping the reader intrigued throughout.
That said, I am sure some readers will struggle with Coen's reaction to everything. But it's a good read when you're looking for a mystery, that although heavy, is not very heavy in it's telling.
The author does a wonderful job exploring the power one's past has over someone; how easily one remains burdened by their pain and guilt. This is a story that includes mental health issues, family issues, and guilt. It is a story with doubts and struggles with the unknown.
This multi-layered read is full of twists and turns throughout. Overall, it's a memorable tale of learning about the past and learning to put one's past behind them.
After Elias is an accomplished tale. This Eddy Boudel Tan book is amazing for a debut novel. The author will take you along on a remarkable journey that tests the main character's resolves throughout. Be sure to check it out when you're looking for a serious and thought-provoking novel.
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