Helpful Score: 3
Wow! I didn't really know what to expect when I started reading this. It was the first book by this author that I've read. I've already requested the rest of her books!
It's mysterious and heart-fealt. A true gem!
You must read it!
It's mysterious and heart-fealt. A true gem!
You must read it!
Helpful Score: 3
I came upon this book unknowing of any before it had no clue about the author either. I read a four sentenced piece about the book and it made it sound to be almost thriller-ish. Along the lines of secret graves in a backyard.
That said I didn't put much stock in the book I waited to read it last out of the five I got that day. Turns out this was the BEST one out of the pile. Written in a way much reminiscent of a Charliene Harris book, no supernatural vibe or violence but a character with a body to rival Sookies and outspoken too , found this to be fast moving, honest to the way of the world, a good mystery/tragedy. It was enough to make you tear up a bit or feel warmly as it reminds you of times in your life when your family was close knit and may not be anymore, as is my case.
It is told in three main characters points of views one 15, one 30, and one 45. Some authors muddle this up and you forget the important bits of one when you finally get back to her. Not so here it was seemless. A comimg of age story that shows it never truly ends.
I actually kept it thinking my daughter would like it when the correct age time rolls around.
That said I didn't put much stock in the book I waited to read it last out of the five I got that day. Turns out this was the BEST one out of the pile. Written in a way much reminiscent of a Charliene Harris book, no supernatural vibe or violence but a character with a body to rival Sookies and outspoken too , found this to be fast moving, honest to the way of the world, a good mystery/tragedy. It was enough to make you tear up a bit or feel warmly as it reminds you of times in your life when your family was close knit and may not be anymore, as is my case.
It is told in three main characters points of views one 15, one 30, and one 45. Some authors muddle this up and you forget the important bits of one when you finally get back to her. Not so here it was seemless. A comimg of age story that shows it never truly ends.
I actually kept it thinking my daughter would like it when the correct age time rolls around.
Marilyn M. (IndulgeYourself) -
Helpful Score: 1
This was a great book - great mystery, great characters. So sweet and heartfelt. I highly recommend. I am going to read more by this author.
SUSAN S. (susieqmillsacoustics) -
Helpful Score: 1
Quite a ride. The characters are somewhat rough around the edges with a fierce sense of family. An enjoyable southern mystery that is off the beaten path.
Quick read. Enjoyable characters. I've read all of Joshilyn Jackson's books, and they are all very good. I liked this one slightly less than some of her others, but I'm still giving it 5 stars because it was very good.
I really enjoyed this book, great characters, kept me coming back for more, serious coming of age story line but playfully written. Very good book, I will recommend this one for my book club.
This story is told by three women-one 45, one 30, one 15. Grandmother, mother and daughter. Kept me reading.
This author is a consistently good read. The story is from three points of view and we capture information through their eyes. Well done.
I enjoyed the book, different from what I normally read, it was not a book that I had to keep eading and could not put down, but still kept my interest.
