The timing of the release of this book will make a big difference in the interest and relatability of it's readers. Today is May 11th and we are right in the middle of the Corona virus pandemic. I was drawn into this book because of the historical relevance to today's events.
When this book hits the shelves in September it will either be even more relevant or the hype of Corona will have dissipated. Either way, it is a great read. There is so much more to this book than the 1918 flu. That is the setting and the impetus for the events that occur, it is what initially pulls the reader in But it is the torture, heartache, desperation and resilience that make you keep turing page after page. I loved these characters. Even the ones I hated I enjoyed reading about. The author did a great job building and defining my relationships with each one. This was a great read and one that I will continue to reflect on as we keep battling our own pandemic.
When this book hits the shelves in September it will either be even more relevant or the hype of Corona will have dissipated. Either way, it is a great read. There is so much more to this book than the 1918 flu. That is the setting and the impetus for the events that occur, it is what initially pulls the reader in But it is the torture, heartache, desperation and resilience that make you keep turing page after page. I loved these characters. Even the ones I hated I enjoyed reading about. The author did a great job building and defining my relationships with each one. This was a great read and one that I will continue to reflect on as we keep battling our own pandemic.