I was seeing Jill Santopolo’s latest book all over Instagram recently, and a lot of readers I follow were raving about how much they enjoyed The Light We Lost (the buzz was major!). So, I decided it was time to check it out. It was a Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick back in Feb ‘18 so I am definitely behind the 8 ball reading it now. But better late then never, I say!
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I was a bit skeptical because I don’t read many contemporary romance novels (basically just Nicholas Sparks and then any that I hear are really really good and worth it). However, this book blew me away. The writing was so engaging. It’s written completely in past tense, which I think is uncommon but that worked for this story (although you don’t really realize why until you finish). I found I was rooting for Lucy throughout her journey. I could identify with her wanting to maintain a career that she worked so hard for and was passionate about, while she was facing the pull of motherhood and a husband’s expectations to be at home. I could relate to her feelings of various forms of love and relationships. I really liked the “fire” analogies. 🔥 The characters were all well-developed and relatable in my opinion. .
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Since I am familiar with New York City, I felt I could vividly picture the settings while reading. But mostly I just really enjoyed the writing. It had an excellent flow and rhythm to it. .
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I will most certainly read More than Words (her latest release) and any books to come.