An emotionally heavy read
CW: Mention/discussions of parental, spousal, and child loss, discussion of dealing with grief after loss of loved one (adding as I wish I'd had this knowledge beforehand as I wouldn't have read it during a tough month)

Well, this book was definitely worth choosing from the list of originals. While at first I felt like there was a little too much in the details given by Eve, which dragged the story a little at the start, it did make sense for her character. Plus as the story continued that feeling disappeared. I really loved the relationship between Eve and Emery. Honestly all the characters were interesting and you can understand where each were coming from in respect to their choices- even David. The voice acting definitely added to the enjoyment of these characters too. It was done so well.

The only thing I will say that for all the cuteness and humor? It doesn't prepare nor balance well against the emotional weight of what is revealed in this story. I know it's listed as a middle grade read, but I definitely suggest to parents to listen/read this first and if they do let their kid(s) take a turn to prepare for a lot of questions and feelings. Even as an adult I had a bit of trouble processing what all was revealed especially as the story moves pretty fast from then on giving you little time to deal.

Overall though still a really great story.