This has been a slower paced book than what I am used to, but I was pulled in immediately by the character of Missy. The writer so sensitively and sophisticatedly explored Missy’s loneliness and grief. I immediately felt a connection with Missy and felt sympathy for her situation. You can immediately see that she is a woman who, having worked hard to maintain a household and a marriage, is now someone who lacks purpose and direction. My heart broke as the writer described the emptiness Missy felt.
As the story progresses, the mood becomes more uplifting and new, more positive themes are introduced: friendship, community and kindness to name a few. There were times when I laughed at loud, as I could imagine my Nan’s reactions, especially to Angela to begin with, being similar to Missy’s.
This book has taken me on quite an unexpected emotional journey and I have thoroughly enjoyed following Missy’s daily life.
I can definitely see the connections with Eleanor Oliphant, and more recently Amy from the wonderful Everything is Beautiful by Eleanor Ray, but I also firmly believe this book is wonderfully unique in its style and delivery.
Overall, this has been a heart-warming, uplifting and beautiful read. A timeless story about starting over, friendship and the importance of allowing people to support and help you, even when you may think you don’t need it.
As the story progresses, the mood becomes more uplifting and new, more positive themes are introduced: friendship, community and kindness to name a few. There were times when I laughed at loud, as I could imagine my Nan’s reactions, especially to Angela to begin with, being similar to Missy’s.
This book has taken me on quite an unexpected emotional journey and I have thoroughly enjoyed following Missy’s daily life.
I can definitely see the connections with Eleanor Oliphant, and more recently Amy from the wonderful Everything is Beautiful by Eleanor Ray, but I also firmly believe this book is wonderfully unique in its style and delivery.
Overall, this has been a heart-warming, uplifting and beautiful read. A timeless story about starting over, friendship and the importance of allowing people to support and help you, even when you may think you don’t need it.