Glazed City Eyes by Preston M. Smith & Jacob McKinley

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Title: Glazed City Eyes

Author: Preston M. Smith & Jacob McKinley

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Length: 207 pages

Published: 2013

Publisher: Preston M. Smith & Jacob McKinley

Brief Synopsis: (Taken from Goodreads) Jackson McCormack is entering his thirties and his life is not what he hoped it would be. Despite his newly acquired girlfriend Terra, his fledgling writing career and his life are in a state of constant flux. He works a dead-end job and self-medicates profusely, while utilizing every spare moment to devote to his passion for writing. Enter Julius, an elderly, sage-like, street-wandering black man. These two men strike up a unique relationship, as Jackson quickly discovers that Julius also has a penchant for words. While Jackson’s relationship with Terra and career hang by a thin thread, Julius leads him on a series of adventures that will prove to save Jackson’s life. A novel as gritty and vibrant as the city of Los Angeles; it is a story of self-destructiveness, and longing for inner peace. Take the journey alongside Jackson on his quest toward redemption.

My Review:

I give this book a 5 out of 5. 

Mr. Smith contacted me and asked me if I would review his book. I was very excited to say "Yes!". I wasn't sure what to expect and spent a good portion of the book trying to puzzle out whether I really loved it or if I was rather "meh" about it.

I have to say that I ended up LOVING it. Jackson is a writer who is spending his days taking cocaine, drinking, and in a state of self-deprecation. He begins dating Terra, who is displeased with his drug use and negativity. Then one day he meets Julius, a mysterious man with whom he shares a deep connection. 

Interspersed throughout the novel are Jackson's poems, each one highlighting the events of the previous chapters and showing the reader the state of his soul at that point in time. The reader is taken through Jackson's daily adventures. 

The way the authors delve into Jackson's life and bring him to see the positive side of life was genius. Through Julius, Jackson is able to overcome his negativity and take control of his life. And in the end, Jackson learns things about Julius that tie everything together. I definitely recommend this book. 

You can purchase Glazed City Eyes through Amazon in Kindle format. 

Have you read Glazed City Eyes? If so, leave a comment and let me know your thoughts! 

Please note: I was not compensated in any way for this review. It is strictly my opinion.