Are you tired of the same old literary tropes and overused genres? Are you in the mood for a novel that is truly original, one that will make you question everything you thought you knew about literature? If so, Girl in the Sky, And Other Lies by J. A. Hailey is a book that you won’t want to miss. With a plot centered around a lively group of terrorists, the story is conveyed exclusively through character dialogue. We meet Mustapha and Achmet, two men who are known to get things done within the organization. On a deadly and horrific mission to make a dramatic statement to the world’s infidels, they recruit a man that is full of zeal for his god and has a willingness to give his life for a cause. The devout man, Khalil, seems ready for anything, but what they ask of him may be too much for any soul to bear, no matter their level of devotion.
With millions upon millions of books available to read, it can confidently be said that there are not many out there that can compete in originality with Girl in the Sky, And Other Lies. The choice to tell a story entirely in dialogue is bold and fresh, providing a singular experience that is rarely attempted. Though this writing style may quickly become arduous for casual readers to follow, J. A. Hailey’s storyline will draw you in as it steadily moves toward an explosive ending. The plot is shocking and greedy but with an edge of sadness that will appeal to rational sensibilities. However, without the benefit of descriptive narration, readers may not get the full impact of the mood, tone, or internal machinations of any individual character, as few possess a distinct enough voice to forge their own personality. Get ready for a novel where nobody really knows who is a threat until the extraordinarily eloquent conclusion; Girl in the Sky, And Other Lies is an audacious and unique book that you’ll be talking about long after you finish.
