Such a poignant look at the enormously difficult decisions mothers had to make during ww2, and the way tragedy can either make us bitter and self-focused or resilient and generous.

While the story was a bit predictable, it was still both heartbreaking and engaging watching it unfold. I kind of wish some of it was more fleshed out and delved into like Elise’s work in Aurignon, or during the remainder of the war with Juliette, but I get that wasn’t the purpose of this story. So many sad and devastating parts to it especially for Elise. But it was a beautiful reminder to only hold to the past loosely or you end up forfeiting your future.

Thanks to Netgalley for the advanced copy of this book. All opinions are expressly mine.