This was a tough King book to read especially in light of all the violence lately. It was also difficult for me to see Vin making so many mistakes during this king weekend. This was not the Vin that I have come to know and love. Being originally from the New York metropolitan area, I enjoyed the true New York that Mr. Manning showed me. I believe that the use of Peter Bryce's diary and severe prejudice was a wake up call to all people. Terrance jumped right to the conclusion that Bryce hated blacks when in fact Bryce hated the Irish. Every ethnic group in the United States has been despised and reviled at one time. The Found Kings learned from this. At first I was angry at Rance's pronouncement for Vin but I can to understand that our wonderful lost king needed to spread his wings and gain the confidence he needs to carry out his mission. New York was no longer new enough for Vin and what Rance did was out of pure love. A powerful story for the times even though it brought tears to my eyes. Thank you Edmond. ( )

Each books blows me away. ( )