Each chapter is a story in its own right, but each has the common thread of Clemenza’s enlightenment running through them. I use that word in its lightest sense, as while Clemenza’s story is one of enlightenment, it is full of actions and consequences that could be applicable in most people’s lives.

I am not sure that Holly would agree, and I’m positive that most deeply religious people would be aghast, but I found quite a few similarities between this story, and Robert Heinlein’s Stranger in a Strange Land. This is not a sci-fi book, and it’s certainly not as questioning about religion, but the theme somehow reminded me of that.

As someone educated by Jesuits, I have an automatic aversion to anything, or anyone, pushing religion. As with most of us who were educated by these soldiers of Christ, I now have my own beliefs that bear little in common with their teachings.

What I Most Liked:
I loved the way that this book made me think. I don’t think I’ve read a book for quite some time, that caused me to pause for thought after each chapter.

What I least Liked
I must admit, there wasn’t much to dislike about this story. I don’t think it’s for everyone, but saying that, it should appeal to most people.

Conclusion:
Will the general public buy this book? I don’t know. But if they don’t, then they are missing a great little story that is very well told. I would be more than happy to buy a book from Holly, and I look forward to her writing another.

Author’s Information:
Holly Christine is writer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She studied English and Phylosophy in college, and currently works in the financial industry. The Nine Lives of Clemenza is her second novel, and Holly is currently working on her third. She lives with her husband, and loving dog Clemenza. You can keep up to date with what she is up to at her website.