piledriverwaltz's review against another edition
2.0
This book was too short. It was like reading long summary of a book. I felt sorry for Joseph, but at the same time I didn't really get to know him, so I didn't feel too sad at the end.
abbyelizabeth's review against another edition
5.0
Schmidt does it again. Holy cow. Although it's a short read, it's heartbreaking.
pjv's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, and Car accident
Moderate: Child abuse
zzz999's review against another edition
5.0
Awww, this was such a bittersweet little book. I loved it so much I finished in a day. The writing was amazing - I felt like I was there in each scene. I also loved that at least for me, the plot wasn’t predictable so that was pretty cool
kammon's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
thebookoftrinity's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
5.0
mxndy2408's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
c4itlyn0's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
a beautiful, heart-wrenching, and powerful story about family, love, loyalty, camaraderie, and friendship. though set in the heart of winter in maine, this book will warm your heart and rip it to pieces simultaneously. joseph brook and his story will definitely stick with you long after finishing this short, but impactful and beautiful read. would highly recommend!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical trauma
Moderate: Animal death, Death, and Violence
Minor: Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Child abuse