The Potter's Wheel by Mark Scheel

      Melvin graduated high school and now all he wanted to do was explore his world. Before he finished high school he was involved in an accident on his family's farm. It was pretty serious and they weren't sure he'd come out the other side. Melvin felt like he missed life because of the accident. He spoke to a friend and then to his parents. He'd made the decision to go to California. Melvin didn't know what would happen but the need to be there was strong.

     This book is set in the 1960's. Things were different during that time. It gives the reader an snapshot of a time and place. Nothing is held back. I love the  characters! It's as though the characters welcomed the author to their little slice of heaven. The book is eye opening. If you don't know much about the 60's you may find this book a little more tough to digest. The writing is on par with some of the greatest authors of our time. Mr. Scheel definitely knows how to capture the reader and then hang on to them through the whole book. This is one man's search for home. Mel reminds everyone of the accident he had and how it left part of his brain unusable at best. 

I found no issues here.

I gave this one 4 cheers out of 5 because it reads too slowly.