An engrossing family story full of secrets, love, grief, trauma and murder! ⁣
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This family drama really captured my attention and had me feeling invested in the Brennan siblings. The story unfolds through various perspectives and I felt the transitions were fabulous. Each subsequent chapter picks up where the previous one left off, but from a new characters’s POV. It was such a great way to get more info and see things from the other character’s vantage point. It made it really easy to follow on audio too! ⁣
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From the outside, the Brennan’s look like they have it all. But as we quickly to see, things are definitely not as picture perfect as they seem. This family has lots of secrets that they have kept from each other which has caused a rift. Thankfully, in crisis the siblings come together. I loved how everything had to fall apart, secrets had to become known and truths laid bare for them to strengthen and work their issues. ⁣
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I genuinely loved this family. There were some heartbreaking moments but in the end this book shows how strong family bonds can be (including found family) and how messy life can get. It was about finding your way back to the ones you love, despite having lost your way. The authentic family feel, the love and warmth in this novel made me wish I could spend more time with the Brennans. I miss them already, in all their gloriously messy, imperfectness! Such a strong debut from Tracey Lange. I can’t wait to see what she writes next!⁣
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