The Middle of Somewhere
J.B. Cheaney
- Reading
- Try reading a little at a time and pause when the trip takes an unexpected turn. Invite your reader to predict how Ronnie might respond, then compare that guess with her choices.
- Themes
- Plans and unexpected change: Ronnie begins with an upbeat, self-help-inspired outlook, then faces events she cannot plan for or control. The premise presents accepting some unpredictability as something Ronnie may need; it suggests flexibility without establishing that planning itself is criticised.
- Worth knowing
- Ronnie’s younger brother disappears during the trip, creating a suspenseful turn. Consider whether that situation might feel worrying for your reader.