Here are some recent reviews from various major sites. This is novel that should be read, as it deals with the loss of traditional values in today's society.
5 of 5 Definitely a "deep" read for a lot of people
By Patti B. “Reader Addict
Growing up in a dysfunctional family (and how many of us did and refuse to admit it?)... I can definitely relate to the older brother and his concern for his little brother. I think a lot of people will find the book too "deep" for casual reading; however, I found a lot of similarities to my upbringing and could relate to most, if not all, of the characters. I think that Mr. Robertson did an extraordinary job of drawing the reader into the family drama. Good Work!
5 of 5 Fill Your Heart
By
Isha
Fill My Eyes is an entertaining and insightful story about the serious flaws of modern society where maturity and callousness strive to destroy innocence. As an author Mr. Robertson shines brightly with his highly descriptive prose and insightful character development. As a reader, I was able to not only see the characters in my mind but also to feel them. This novel for me is a quite disturbing revelation of contemporary life with all its informational and technological complications. Valuable lessons were learned, as the story made me yearn for a simpler time when I had my own youthful purity. The little boy of this story personifies the innocence in all of us that is lost as we mature under the pressures of society.
Mr. Robertson not only filled my eyes with this quality work of literary fiction, but also opened my heart to a greater understanding of the purity of youth and how it should be cherished.
5 of 5 Realistic Tragedy
By
Mary Lacey
Fill My Eyes is a book about an extremely dysfunctional family, where hate is the norm with yelling screaming, drinking, etc. The oldest boy finally tires of this and tells his mother. The mother is shocked when she finds out the oldest boy actually adopted his four year old brother. The story begins with the brothers living together and is told mostly by the four year old. This family is usually misunderstood by all around them, especially, the neighborhood busybody, or "fence lady". This book is a social commentary about the falling apart of families in America, and what it does to the children. The little boy often wakes up with nightmares from previous child abuse. This book had me from beginning to end. It is very clever the way the author changes from first person to third, yet flows so smoothly. I would recommend this outstanding book to anyone.
5 of 5First Class Novel
This is a disturbing but moving read. I was hooked after the first sentence and could not put it down. This brief novel is a condensed read. It is a mystery story, a social commentary and a deep character study. Several of the exterior characters are unlikable composites. The story revolves around two brothers; one is four years old and is heartbreaking at times when he struggles to find the answers why his older brother and caregiver's behavior is so erratic. He runs hot and cold. The two brothers are the heart of the novel. The other characters serve as focal point for the two main characters story. The book deals with some very unsavory, but very real character flaws such as bigotry, hedonism, religious mania, to mention a few. Each page can answer or pose a new question in this powerful novel. Although the premise of the novel is bleak, it is not depressing, thanks to the author's sharp sense of humor. The book is set in Salt Lake City and is very realistic. From the back cover, the author has utilized his birthplace to tell his story. The writing is fluid and vivid. I felt like I was in the same room with the characters. This is a remarkable book from a writer who knows exactly what to say in very few words. Thought provoking and powerful. A must read from a cynical reviewer. Thanks for changing my mind, Mr. Robertson! –Review Scout.org
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