The Beat of Hearts and Drums is a beautifully abstract work, told to the reader through the eyes of the narrator. This techniques fuses the author's voice with that of the characters so that the world is experienced on several different levels. We are privileged to be guided by the confident hand of the protagonist while experiencing the world ourselves. I can't wait to see where this goes.

I was hypnotized while reading this.

Set in a world where people can be divided into three types of hearts (glass, stone, or gold) and those hearts reflect their personality. Nike and Zachery navigate the perils of love and trust as they discover their true intentions. Be immersed in the colorful imagery. Be captivated by thoughtful passages. Be aware of those who might not mean exactly what they say.