A book for those who need reminding there is good in the world
I was keen to read this book as soon as I read the preview. Being visually impaired as well as a survivor of domestic abuse, I found I was able to relate to both the main characters in major ways. It's worth noting that this isn't essential in order to fall in love with them both.
The writing style is easy flowing; one of those books where you find that you've read fifty pages and forgotten to cook dinner because you were so engrossed. The speech - always the hardest to keep natural - is like a conversation you could find yourself having or overhearing at virtually every point. The very natural development from friendship to romantic involvement is again done with ease, without feeling forced in ant way, and this is particularly novel in the writing of a relationship between two women, as some authors seem to think we are alien creatures when gay.
A sensible timeline is used for the story; it wouldn't have felt right crammed into six months, for example, another element which keeps things realistic.
The author had managed to handle several sensitive issues with care, weaving a world that I would love to see more of, and reminding us that no matter what is going on in the world, there is always love.
The writing style is easy flowing; one of those books where you find that you've read fifty pages and forgotten to cook dinner because you were so engrossed. The speech - always the hardest to keep natural - is like a conversation you could find yourself having or overhearing at virtually every point. The very natural development from friendship to romantic involvement is again done with ease, without feeling forced in ant way, and this is particularly novel in the writing of a relationship between two women, as some authors seem to think we are alien creatures when gay.
A sensible timeline is used for the story; it wouldn't have felt right crammed into six months, for example, another element which keeps things realistic.
The author had managed to handle several sensitive issues with care, weaving a world that I would love to see more of, and reminding us that no matter what is going on in the world, there is always love.