The author sent me a copy of this short story to review:
C.I. Masuda writes a palatable short story of what could happen if you choose the the wrong partner in marriage. He gives the reader advice on what to look for in a possible failed matrimony along with tips for the nascent couples thinking about taking the big step. My first question to Mr. Masuda is: What were you thinking? Even I know that Japanese and Chinese cognate like The Hatfields and the McCoys of 1863. Did you forget about all the defeats the Japanese Army gave the Chinese? Anyway, I know that love camouflages future problems, but being engaged for six years should have been a red flag. Based on all the bellicosity you received from your former bride, I understand your desire to write this wonderful short story.
I think the most important lesson learned from this story is to stay away from any possible partner that displays extreme hatred. Being that she hated her family and yours is tantamount to an admission of future failure. The fact that she constantly under dressed you and over dressed herself during your social engagements and then pretended to be the loving wife is an obvious faux pas! I like the part where you state that she had the habit of saying, "Uh, it's alright". Was she really saying that she was in a constant state of agita? The fact that the hoi polloi didn't show any enthusiasm at your wedding was also not a good omen for future relations with family and friends. I think her shocking behavior at your initial attack of acid reflux was a bellwether of a coming depression for you. Does she really sleep with her eyes open?
Overall, I enjoyed this short story and would recommend it to any couple of compos mentis contemplating taking the big step. Chapter 17 in this book gives 60 tips on what to avoid and what to do if you are getting ready to ask your love to get hitched. Don't be obdurate and think your arrogance is enough to overcome any difficulty, take the sage advise of Mr. Masuda and rethink your options before taking the knee. This story is not just flapdoodle, Mr. Masuda is just trying to keep you from having a dreadful experience!
RATING: 2 out of 5 stars
Comment: Mr. Masuda is permanently disabled from a head-on collision near his home and is residing in New Jersey while contemplating another marriage(?). He is currently writing the sequel to this short story. Lets hope this next story is more euphoric.
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