Book Review: Nice Places by Vincent Chu

 

Thank you so much #NetGalley for the chance to read this and review it! 

This is one of those books that you  really don’t know quite what to expect but are pleasantly surprised.  Humorous too!  Quickly you are drawn in to the story and the mind of the central character Georgie. Georgie has always walked the line, done what was expected of him, no more, no less, held a steady job, has a home he calls his own. But wonders, has he ever really lived and just thrown convention out the window to see if there is more to life than what he is experiencing? Could he be more?  Could he become a world traveler and change who he is into someone more exciting, more satisfied, more hopeful?  Haven't we all been down that path in our minds?

This touches on some of these questions head-on. The desires of the main character are written in such a way that Georgie is relatable to anyone that has ever dared to dream. What if you/I had taken a different path, done this, or not done that, how would things be different?  To see how the story plays out is to realize that none of us have a set path.  The grass does appear greener on the other side, (sometimes it actually is, but not always!). 

At the end of the day, reflecting on where you came from, where you currently are and where you are called to be is freeing and leaves less room for doubt about your calling in this thing we call life’s journey.   We also are shown how social media influences are thinking and life choices these days so easily!   Readers beware:  Don't let others limitations limit you - trust your gut!