The Immortalists is an exciting first novel by a young Wisconsin author. The writing flows smoothly and leads the reader into the story at full speed. The dialog is believable and characters well developed. The story covers decades in the lives of the characters and the time periods are well represented. Now about the theme of this well told story...Would you want to know the date of your death ? Would you believe it ? Would it change how you live your life ? These are the questions posed in this intriguing new book. Young siblings get a sneak peek into their futures. Follow their stories to see how the early prediction shapes and defines them. A book well worth the time to read...and a new author on the scene !