Sisters Millie, Elyse & Leoni are headed on holiday in Italy to see their aunt marry.
A time they would normally be giddy with excitement, the prospect of sun, relaxation and romance...yet their time away is tainted with grief, sadness and many tears having recently losing their father unexpectedly.
Their mum has been burying herself and her grief in her work, she has completely disconnected with her daughters and this story take us on a journey of rediscovery, acceptance and healing.
For a YA novel, this story packs a powerful punch. I filled up in places, the grief described is very raw and real, reminding readers of the fact the mortality is real, harsh, unexpected and brutal.
Yet the tenderness and bond between the sisters is really touching, and pretty accurate. They tease, bicker and fall out, but ultimately love each other fiercely and are protective of one another.
I think the message behind this story is wonderful. It doesn't give a clear cut rosy ending, there's still hurt and healing to be done and although you can guess where things may be headed, there's enough realism in there for it to leave a lasting impression.
A beau told story told in a beautiful way.
I would like to thank Readers First for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
A time they would normally be giddy with excitement, the prospect of sun, relaxation and romance...yet their time away is tainted with grief, sadness and many tears having recently losing their father unexpectedly.
Their mum has been burying herself and her grief in her work, she has completely disconnected with her daughters and this story take us on a journey of rediscovery, acceptance and healing.
For a YA novel, this story packs a powerful punch. I filled up in places, the grief described is very raw and real, reminding readers of the fact the mortality is real, harsh, unexpected and brutal.
Yet the tenderness and bond between the sisters is really touching, and pretty accurate. They tease, bicker and fall out, but ultimately love each other fiercely and are protective of one another.
I think the message behind this story is wonderful. It doesn't give a clear cut rosy ending, there's still hurt and healing to be done and although you can guess where things may be headed, there's enough realism in there for it to leave a lasting impression.
A beau told story told in a beautiful way.
I would like to thank Readers First for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.