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Reviewed by Maria Victoria Beltran for Readers' Favorite
Choice by Dora Farkas is a heart-wrenching story about a Mexican-American woman who is faced with seemingly insurmountable problems. Val is a quantum physicist who juggles the demands of her job and the fight for custody of her daughter Daisy. Aside from these, she also has financial problems and an anxiety disorder. The story unravels as she decides either to stay put and meet job-related deadlines or go on a holiday and visit her parents in Mexico. With Maya, her service dog, and Daisy, her daughter, she flies to Oaxaca, Mexico where she discovers a world of magic that will change her outlook on life forever. She also reconnects with her childhood friend, Mercedes, who gives her a glimmer of hope. Things, however, are not what they seem to be.
Dora Farkas’ Choice subtly tugs at the reader's heart. This is a novel with a very relevant theme because, after all, life is full of choices. The story unfolds at a seemingly hectic pace as we follow a typical day in Val's life. The pace, however, slows down in the next few chapters. Told from the perspectives of Val and her service dog, Maya, it is a highly interesting read. The author's imagination is fertile and fascinating, and the discussions on quantum physics are informative. This novel has tension on almost every page and one can’t help but empathize with this single mother who faces the prospect of losing her only child. Highly recommended!
