Title: Spark’s Tract: A Novel
Author: Jack R. Stevens
Publisher: PageTurner Press and Media LLC
ISBN: 979-8-88963-006-7
Pages: 262
Genre: Political Fiction
Reviewed by: Manik Chaturmutha
Hollywood Book Reviews
Spark’s Tract by author Jack R. Stevens is a contemporary satirical novel which revolves around the protagonist, Will Spark, a 55-year-old man who is navigating the challenges of obtaining state authorization for his project to extract natural gas in the ‘Delta’ while encountering various obstacles, like uncooperative bureaucracy, a deteriorating urban environment and climate change.
The book’s relatable narrative draws from the readers’ experiences, touching on topics such as the interaction between humanity and nature and the hassles of navigating through protracted bureaucratic procedures. The book also questions extremist ideas on the environment. The protagonist in the story is depicted as an individual who takes an unconventional approach to address problems, and his resourcefulness and creativity are truly inspiring.
The author successfully carries out the book’s purpose, portraying the protagonist’s determination and resilience in adversity. The author’s writing style is characterized by a strong emphasis on descriptive language and imagery and a keen attention to detail, which allows the reader to immerse themselves in the story’s world entirely. Through carefully crafted words and phrases, the author creates vivid visual pictures of the urban landscape and the protagonist’s challenges. “…the pale blue of his irises offset by bright, broken red capillaries which radiated out like the spokes on a wheel” is one of the many quotations that demonstrate the author’s ability to use language to create a clear mental image in the readers’ mind. The presence of humor and satire makes the book really engaging. The book is well-formatted, with spaced paragraphs and readable fonts.
In conclusion, Spark’s Tract by Jack R. Stevens is a thought-provoking novel that addresses contemporary issues like climate change and debates between climate change believers and deniers. With the social problems through the lens of a determined protagonist navigating bureaucratic challenges, the book provides a unique perspective on human-nature interaction.
The book is intended for a broad readership interested in climate change, the complex interplay between humans and nature, and social issues, including poverty, addiction, and the bureaucratic hurdles that stand in progress. It will especially appeal to those captivated by legal dramas or inspired by tales of individuals who push themselves to reach their goals despite facing formidable challenges.