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mugglemom's review against another edition
4.0
CRH definitely has a knack for making her fictional character feels like I could bump into them at my local store and be wrapped up in their lives. This is another story with a theme of a military member who is struggling with PTSD and/or some moral conflict and how it affects the entire family situation.
Her prose is so touching and thought-provoking. This was a 'sheltered' and complex story – which mirrors family life; nothing on the surface is what it seems and communication or lack of communication is the linchpin that ultimately reveals the true situation.
At first, I wasn’t enjoying Aubrey as the 13yr old protagonist but as CRH pulls back the layers and the impact is poignant and realistic.
Again, a solid story from an accomplished writer. On to her next book..
Her prose is so touching and thought-provoking. This was a 'sheltered' and complex story – which mirrors family life; nothing on the surface is what it seems and communication or lack of communication is the linchpin that ultimately reveals the true situation.
At first, I wasn’t enjoying Aubrey as the 13yr old protagonist but as CRH pulls back the layers and the impact is poignant and realistic.
Again, a solid story from an accomplished writer. On to her next book..
brianajae's review against another edition
4.0
This may have been my favorite of Hyde's books so far. There was something about it that sucked me in and I couldn't put it down until I finished it.
kmmi_booklover's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 *'s. "Ask Him Why" is the story of two teenagers, Ruth and Aubrey whose older brother Joseph is dishonorably discharged from the military during the Iraq war. It deals with how Ruth and Aubrey handle the stigma put on their family very differently. Much of the story is when they are teenagers and then the later part is when they are adults. I listened to the audio version and did enjoy the narration. This is a family drama featuring a dysfunctional family. There is not a lot of action, just feelings. I did enjoy the second part when they are adults much better. It takes the whole book to hear Joseph's side of the story. I did enjoy the ending and was happy to see how things tied up.
lazloky's review against another edition
5.0
Great book, pretty good audiobook as well
I half read, half listened to this one. I'm not sure which was more enjoyable, but I rather liked them both. The story was well-timed, believable and engaging. The characters were likable, and aside from making me cry on my way to work, I enjoyed it from beginning to end. Kudos.
I half read, half listened to this one. I'm not sure which was more enjoyable, but I rather liked them both. The story was well-timed, believable and engaging. The characters were likable, and aside from making me cry on my way to work, I enjoyed it from beginning to end. Kudos.
mossoffa's review against another edition
1.0
Reminder to myself never to read another by this author.
bethm1974's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book so very much, I think it's one of my all time favorites! This is my first book by this author but definitely not my last. I'm going to go look for another by her right now!
mugglemom's review against another edition
4.0
CRH definitely has a knack for making her fictional character feels like I could bump into them at my local store and be wrapped up in their lives. This is another story with a theme of a military member who is struggling with PTSD and/or some moral conflict and how it affects the entire family situation.
Her prose is so touching and thought-provoking. This was a 'sheltered' and complex story – which mirrors family life; nothing on the surface is what it seems and communication or lack of communication is the linchpin that ultimately reveals the true situation.
At first, I wasn’t enjoying Aubrey as the 13yr old protagonist but as CRH pulls back the layers and the impact is poignant and realistic.
Again, a solid story from an accomplished writer. On to her next book..
Her prose is so touching and thought-provoking. This was a 'sheltered' and complex story – which mirrors family life; nothing on the surface is what it seems and communication or lack of communication is the linchpin that ultimately reveals the true situation.
At first, I wasn’t enjoying Aubrey as the 13yr old protagonist but as CRH pulls back the layers and the impact is poignant and realistic.
Again, a solid story from an accomplished writer. On to her next book..
jerzgrl626's review against another edition
3.0
Overall, I enjoyed this book but I felt that the ending was a little predictable. I liked the POV from the two siblings and how it went back and forth between them. The introduction of Hamish's character also brought an interesting twist to the story.