Alright, so this was initially a DNF for me, but ended up being a soft DNF because I was enjoying the beginning of the book enough that I wanted to continue moving forward and see what the outcome would be in the end.

Am I glad I read it? Meh. Did I enjoy? Sure. Was it worth it? Meh. 

In this story we're following our main character who in this world has an extra shadow (it's a form of punishment) and the story starts the moment that she comes home with a brand new baby after her wife dies during/after childbirth. The baby also has an extra shadow. 

Basically, we're just following along; watching her navigate her grief, trying to be a Mother to a most defiant child, and then additionally while she mends some old relationships, makes new relationships, and possibly moves on as time goes on. 

The story overall wasn't terrible, it was written in a way that was interesting and the audiobook kept me engaged for the most part. 

While I definitely related to some of the things she discussed - such as the hate and struggles you face as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community - there were also some aspects in which I couldn't relate so it left me feeling a bit all over the place. 

I think had I physically been reading the book - I wouldn't have pushed on, but the audio played a large role in allowing me to pursuit the ending.