Unreal


Fiction - Anthology
288 Pages
Reviewed on 03/25/2024
Buy on Amazon

This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Free Book Program, which is open to all readers and is completely free. The author will provide you with a free copy of their book in exchange for an honest review. You and the author will discuss what sites you will post your review to and what kind of copy of the book you would like to receive (eBook, PDF, Word, paperback, etc.). To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email.

This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Review Exchange Program, which is open to all authors and is completely free. Simply put, you agree to provide an honest review an author's book in exchange for the author doing the same for you. What sites your reviews are posted on (B&N, Amazon, etc.) and whether you send digital (eBook, PDF, Word, etc.) or hard copies of your books to each other for review is up to you. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email, and be sure to describe your book or include a link to your Readers' Favorite review page or Amazon page.

This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Donation Program, which was created to help nonprofit and charitable organizations (schools, libraries, convalescent homes, soldier donation programs, etc.) by providing them with free books and to help authors garner more exposure for their work. This author is willing to donate free copies of their book in exchange for reviews (if circumstances allow) and the knowledge that their book is being read and enjoyed. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email. Be sure to tell the author who you are, what organization you are with, how many books you need, how they will be used, and the number of reviews, if any, you would be able to provide.

    Book Review

Reviewed by Luwi Nyakansaila for Readers' Favorite

Unreal by Jason Mandel is a collection of short stories that explore various themes such as family dynamics, moral conflicts, and the complexities of the human mind. The stories offer tense moments in courtrooms, treasure hunts that bring family members together, and sinister tales of people who snapped and turned murderous. It features a man who attends therapy to treat his hallucinations, a heartwarming reunion of old soulmates, and a story about acceptance and love. The book offers suspenseful tales about cryptocurrency theft that takes an unexpected turn, a pickpocketing incident that turns dire, and a friendship between a girl and a bird that leads to the unraveling of an unsolved case. It also includes stories about secret societies, life-or-death jury verdicts, transformed school bullies, and many more enjoyable tales.

Unreal is a thought-provoking collection filled with captivating stories that seamlessly blend reality with extraordinary and paranormal elements. Jason Mandel showcases his storytelling prowess and ability to create vivid imagery and unexpected plot twists. The book provides readers with an engaging read, and the incorporation of moral lessons adds depth to the narratives. It also features an interactive element. You can have fun trying to identify the real story among the fictitious ones and find digital Easter eggs at the end of every tale. The stories are well-written with intriguing characters and settings. Each tale presents a new cast and storyline, keeping the reader anticipating and eager to discover each new offering. The unique blend of genres will spark your imagination and tug at your heartstrings. Overall, Unreal is an enjoyable read that offers both entertainment and introspection. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves intriguing short stories.