Review: “Easy”
Among relationships, random sex, budding parenthood, runaways, drug addicts, kiddie porn, and incest and molestation so casual and commonplace it is its own character in the book, Ezra “Easy” and his best friend Jake “Love” both endure their first real loves and turn from boys to men in this novel.
The fresh, resplendently rambling narration hops from one thing to the next, and still flows so beautifully to weave a story that is original and heart-wrenching and darkly funny all at once. All of the main characters are physically visible to the reader, practically leaping off the page.
I don’t even know how to categorise this book — it’s part Young Adult, part Erotica, part Action, part Drama. I can’t remember the last time I read a book cover to cover in one sitting, nor can I remember the last time I gave a 5 star rating. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and feel like my life has shifted somewhat, by the time I was finished. This is exactly what a novel is supposed to do. Can’t wait to read more from this author.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. However, I have zero obligation to say nice things, as I do not know the author personally!
