This was such a heartwarming read–I could barely put it down! I had such a fun time reading this book and unfurling the beautiful story it held within. The story was very well-told, and with this book, I didn’t find the multiple perspectives took away too much from the storytelling. I did sometimes have to go back to the start of the chapter to remember who was talking, especially towards the end when there were many more characters and perspectives to keep track of. That would probably be one of my only complaints about the book in all honesty.

White paints such a vivid picture of this family and the struggles they face independently, and then together. It truly felt like I was a member of the Whitford family, too, watching all the drama unfold alongside them. The theme of familial love and support throughout the book is so touching, and at times reminded me of my own family and how much I love them.

Some of the dialogue is a little stilted, though I know it’s only because it’s a novel. It can be difficult to get a real conversation’s easy flow out in words, so I commend White for this. To alleviate this, I would advise writing down what the conversation would be on paper, and either speaking it aloud alone or with someone else and recording it to hear how it comes out naturally.

I greatly enjoyed reading this novel, and I think it has something for everyone. This is a novel I highly recommend if you’re in a bit of a reading funk, as it’s an easy read and the plot is so good. I finished it in less than 24 hours, I just couldn’t put it down! Definitely a higher star rec from me!
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