The Taste of Despair by Darin C. BrownMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Taste of Despair (The Master of Perceptions, #3) by Darin C. Brown is a fascinating book with a relatable and unique main character in fourteen-year-old Hunter Miller. Hunter is a little different from your average fourteen-year-old in that he sees auras around people. He is also on the autism spectrum and the subject of bullying from his peers. He kind of reads people through their auras,
seeing their emotions, thoughts, and feelings. This sometimes spells trouble for Hunter as he gets bombarded with images. He even tends to get involved in situations that he shouldn't. All of this is a struggle for Hunter as he battles his inner demons and manages his seemingly magical abilities. For one thing, he can heal himself. His world changes however when his beloved Grandfather dies. Now he must come to grips with a new reality and new challenges. This is a well-researched book, well written and engaging. You develop great empathy for Hunter as he lives his life and works through various dilemmas. Highly recommend.
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