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A review by williamsdebbied
Pure Sunshine by Brian James
1.0
Brendan narrates as he and his friends take tabs of pure sunshine (acid/LSD) and wander around. At first, the boys are having a good time, but Brendan's trip takes a depressing turn and he ends up alone, questioning the world and his place in it.
I was disappointed in the story. Though some readers will enjoy a peek into an acid trip (at several points you really feel like you are riding along on the trip) the ending is abrupt and inconclusive. What could have been a powerful read ends with a fizzle as Brendan sobers up. He doesn't change or grow as a result of his experiences--he's simply another kid who thinks he understands everything.
I was disappointed in the story. Though some readers will enjoy a peek into an acid trip (at several points you really feel like you are riding along on the trip) the ending is abrupt and inconclusive. What could have been a powerful read ends with a fizzle as Brendan sobers up. He doesn't change or grow as a result of his experiences--he's simply another kid who thinks he understands everything.