The Origin of Waves - Brossura

“As tough and uncompromising as it is tender and compassionate....A glorious work of imagination and such a masterful piece of writing that it is impossible to overlook.”
–Kitchener-Waterloo Record

“A tough, raucous, bittersweet peeling-away of decorum, infused with ruminations on memory, history and the role of the past.”
–Globe and Mail

“Exquisite and moving.”
–Maclean’s

“There is a wonderful cadence to both the narrative and dialogue in this book, a seamless rhythm that seduces the reader and makes it impossible to put down.”
–Edmonton Journal

“A vital, exquisitely written, and memorable novel.”
–Quill & Quire

“An extraordinarily rewarding read....The Origin of Waves is such a glorious work of imagination and such a masterful piece of writing that it is impossible to overlook.”
–Kitchener-Waterloo Record

“Uncommonly talented, Clarke sees deeply, and transmits his visions and perceptions so skillfully that reading him is an adventure.”
–Publishers Weekly

“A book built to stand the dual tests of tradition and time....Clarke’s prose shines....”
–Toronto Star

“Compelling....Clarke writes a truly engaging story that’s hard to put down.”
–Word Magazine

“A work of love, charm, wit....Enchanting....”
–St. Catharine’s Standard

“Clarke is magnificent in transferring to print the music, the poetry, the complete aptness of the West Indian dialogue....as near poetry as prose can become.”
–Charlotte Observer

“He succeeds in making his pages brilliant.”
–Boston Globe