Review: Humdrum by Mitchell Brockman

 

Genre: Literary Fiction/Psychological Thriller

Description:

“How long can someone endure the silence? For David, the answer’s not long enough.

In the hum of an office filled with laughter and camaraderie, David Clark exists on the edges unseen, unheard, and trapped in a cycle of quiet isolation. Nights in his empty apartment feel endless, and the world outside his window moves on without him.

When a coworker’s kindness cracks open the walls he’s built, and a sudden tragedy shakes his fragile existence, David is forced to confront the silence he’s lived with for too long. As his carefully guarded life unravels, he must decide: will he take the risk to finally connect, or retreat further into the safety of solitude?”

Author:

“Mitchell Brockman is a storyteller at heart, diving into whatever genre sparks curiosity and creativity. With an adventurous approach to writing, his debut novel, Humdrum, captures readers with its unique blend of wit, depth, and unpredictability. When not writing, Mitchell enjoys exploring the world, whether through books, conversations, or the occasional daydream. Passionate about weaving tales that connect with readers on a personal level, he believes every story is an opportunity to discover something new. Humdrum is just the beginning, with plenty more stories waiting to be told.”

Appraisal:

I’m struggling with what to say about this book. If you’re wondering why, it’s hard to explain without giving away too much of what happens. I’m also struggling with what to think of it. Before I started reading I wasn’t sure what I expected from the story or where I thought it might go. For almost all of the book I had no idea where things were going or even, of the potential directions things could logically go, which path I was hoping for, as often none of the realistic choices were very enticing. However, odds of taking something positive from this story in the end are good. Hopefully it will get you wondering about the people around you that you often ignore. That could be good for both of you.

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FYI:

Only one use of an adult word, but definitely aimed at older teens or adults based on other content.

Format/Typo Issues:

No significant issues.

Rating: **** Four Stars

Reviewed by: BigAl

Approximate word count: 45-50,000 words