This was a quiet, reflective read that slowly, very slowly, grew on me. It focuses on relationships, small moments, and a subtle spiritual connection than a traditional plot, with some really meaningful quotes throughout.
At first, the pacing felt too slow and it came across as longer than necessary. I had trouble staying engaged and felt that with stronger editing, this could have been a truly standout book with proper editing. Around halfway through, it finally started to pick up, and I connected more with the characters.
Theo has a gentle, steady presence. The way he is there for others felt genuine and tied everything together. The interconnected structure and the sense of community it built. It even references my favorite classical piece, Adagio for Strings, Barber.
A thoughtful and heartfelt read. A powerful debut for a new author with a lot of promise.
A 4 star read for me because of its emotional impact.
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