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By Andrew Cunningham Softcover, 399 pages, $13 By Kathleen Szmit kszmit@barnstablepatriot.com There are books in life that one can't wait to dive into, and there are books that one puts off for myriad reasons, onlyto discover upongivingthem achancethat theyaretrue hidden gems. For this reviewer, Andrew Cunningham's Wisdom Spring is the latter. When it fell across my desk some months ago, I tucked it in my bag, intending to read it immediately. Then I noticed it wasapolitical tale and, foolishly, turned up my nose for a while. Big mistake. Cunningham's book tells the story of Jessica Norton, a young woman fleeing a tumultuous situation involving a powerful politician, and Jon Harper, a fa- ther grieving the loss of his only daughter, who is also attempting toescapehisowncomplicatedlife. When Harper picksNorton up along a stretch of vacant Texas highway,the two form a bond as dynamic as it is surprising. What ensues from the moment of their seemingly chance meet- ing is worthy of the best block- buster film, but is made even more exciting by Cunningham's firm grasp onstorytellingthrough powerful literature coupled with an intimate knowledge of the scenes in which the story is set, as well as the potential for cor- ruption in the intricate web of US politics. Cunningham is especially ad- ept at keeping what could be timeworn subject matter fresh by infusing it with unexpected twists along the way. Even the fact that Norton possesses a unique spiritual gift becomes utterly believable and I daresay will challenge the thinking of eventhe most set-in-his/her-ways person of logic. Because of the masterful ways in which Cunningham describes the venues the duo travel on their adrenaline-fueledjourney, I now long to see the sights for myself, though Cunningham's descrip- tions paint vivid pictures. Also to be appreciated is how Cunningham honors his late brother by creating him asa com- manding character in the novel. Be warned: this is no mere beach reach. This is a book that will have you turning pages into the wee hours, longing for just a little more. Let's hope there is a sequel. BOOK REVIEW:wisdomspring : CONTINUED FROM PAGE A&E:5 : the lure of fishing...and structure, : design and color. •July22-Sept.7:"Making Faces,"an • exhibit exploring the way artists have : captured the face in all its beauty and : uniqueness,19,h century to the present. ; Opening reception 5:30 to 7 p.m. July : 24; 11a.m. gallery talks by participating : artists Kimberly Medeiros (Aug. 5) and ; Adam Rhude (Aug. 19). • During the museum's renovation, i the Cahoon Museum is temporarily : relocated at 9 North St. in Mashpee : ' Commons (near Starbucks). • The Cahoon Museum of American i Art is at 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. j 28), Cotuit. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ! Tuesdaythrough Saturday; 1to 4 p.m. : Sunday. $10 admission, $9 seniors/ : students. Call 508-428-7581 or visit : www.cahoonmuseum.org. ; ? Cape Cod Art Association •ThroughAug. 18:"The National," : exhibit of fine art and sculpture. j » CCAA hosts a new Brown Bag j Lunch Series,twice a month at noon, : June through August - an opportunity : for artists and art enthusiasts to dis- ¦ cuss ideas related to their craft. The ¦ series is free, open to all skill levels. : Bring your lunch and drinks will : be provided. Next up: - On July 22: I Portfolio Critique with CCAA instruc- : tors Odin Smith and Andy Howard. : Summer adult andyouthart classes are ; also under way.Call for information. The Association,at 3480 Route 6A, : is open Monday through Saturday, : 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 i p.m. 508-362-2909; www.capecod- : artassoc.org : ? Photography Center of Cape Cod • Photo Tours: The Center again : hosts a series of Summer Photo I Tours, with guides to provide tips : and techniques on capturing clas- I sic photos. Each tour is 2 to 3 hours I long. Upcoming: July 21 (6 p.m.), : Barnstable's hidden harbors; July : . 22: Sunset Photo Cruise; July 30: : Cape Cod at Night: Eastham; Aug. i 12: Sunset Photo Cruise. Call 508- : 362-2909. • Hyannis Photo Walks: Wednes- : days, 9 to 11 a.m. during July and I August. Pre-registration recom- : mended. For further information on : ' tours and walks, call or visit the : website. The Center offers classes and ¦ workshops, from Photo Essentials : to Outdoor Photography to Photo- : graphing at Night and more. Call i or visit the website for information. The Cape Cod Photography Cen- : ter is at 3480 Route 6A, Barnstable i 508-362-2909; www.photography- ; centerofcapecod.org CONTINUED ON PAGE A8.F 7 Events 'OYSTERS'!. °^J T", yj TOO * J A week for Dinner! f ~y | H Hiy Wonderful Food, J ^ j 8 -Jr*^! ^ Atmosphere &Prices I ^y lVJ U jr VbteJ #1 Choicer Experience the Difference! fiFfN^S- VP\ for,Dmncr JMon.-Sat. 5-9:00pm •Sun. 4:30-9:00pm r / D • j c. • / W j j ^ S Early Bird Specials iwLA I £E~~)Sw i juu. u i Every Night Except Saturday 'T-i__£—£53:—.L_JN£I^2"'^— Located 4'/* mill!f rom Mtulifu CmmtlU j —"*—^— ** ' *-—** -*¦—¦ next to Mttboncy's Garden Ctntcr, fi Falmouth I IJSTAUMOT&toUNGE^ (508) 548-9191 j^^^T57th SeasoTT~T) v Monotnoy cI^tatw^ \ ^ 776 MAIN STREET CHATHAM CAPE COD ^ ^ ^ www.monomoytheatre.org > AL July 24 - August 2 SOUTH PACIFIC Music by Richard Rodgers • Lyrics by Oscar Hammorstein II; Book by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan, adapted from James Michener 's Tales of the South Pacific TonyAward winning musical of love, war, and heartbreak. 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