The Chimes

This is a short one, but I enjoyed it. Not as polished as a Christmas Carol but with those vibes.

DNF.

Ugh Dickens. Paid by the word and it shows. And not for the better.

I will tell you, I did not expect what I received.

This was a last minute decision for me. Audible.com offered this short title to its members as a Christmas gift and I, for one, cannot refuse a free book. Seeing Dickens, I was certain to receive a well written story, complete with a melancholy exposition, dismal rising action, and a strong moral. What I did not expect was an altogether unforeseen resolution which left me bounding with joy. The finale of this tale will leave you having learned the lesson with feelings of contented, emotionally charged, gratitide for the author's humanity.

Trudge through this brief example of Dickens' mastery of craft as compelling characters are allowed a happily ever after, rather than the socio-economic crucifix so common in this author's cannon.