It was OK and would give it 2.5 stars. I enjoyed parts but it wasn't my favorite by the author. I LOVED "What She Left Behind" and " The Life She Was Given." This book just didn't hold my attention and I had a hard time loving or connecting with the characters. When I first started reading the book, it felt like present time with everything the people were going through with the Spanish Flu. Although, no-one was hoarding toilet paper or hand sanitizer. Bernice was a horrible person and I honestly hated reading about her. She acted extremely entitled and her irrational hatred of anyone who was an immigrant or someone of any color was awful. It's hard to believe someone would have those thoughts, but unfortunately it still happens. She had no redeeming qualities. She was the one person I was hoping would get the flu. The orphanage scenes were heartbreaking.
Give the book a try, it just wasn't the right fit for me. I look forward to reading more books by the author.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Kensington Books through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Give the book a try, it just wasn't the right fit for me. I look forward to reading more books by the author.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Kensington Books through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.