Beautiful, character-driven, coming of age WWII story
During WWII, young Beatrice is shipped off to live with an unknown-to-her (and relatively privileged) family in America. We see her grow and shine with her ‘new family’ as she becomes increasingly distant from the old one that she left behind. We also get to know those around her, along with their vulnerabilities and inner thoughts. And the author does a great job describing the shifting, interpersonal dynamics. I will be thinking of this book for long time.
A common theme here is loss. Loss of what once was and the inability to recreate or go back in time to replicate the experiences of our cherished memories. There is also loss of what could have been, with having to settle for the disappointing reality of life. But in the end, hope prevails!
I was provided with an ARC (thanks to the author & publisher!) and I am voluntarily posting my honest review.
A common theme here is loss. Loss of what once was and the inability to recreate or go back in time to replicate the experiences of our cherished memories. There is also loss of what could have been, with having to settle for the disappointing reality of life. But in the end, hope prevails!
I was provided with an ARC (thanks to the author & publisher!) and I am voluntarily posting my honest review.