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cradman's review against another edition
5.0
What a brave and scary thing for a writer to do. By writing in the voice of a protagonist with Alzheimer's, Pritchett forced herself to live in her own father's head. Because both fathers (real and fictional) have the progressive disease, the bittersweet reality of love and loss are profound. But that's not all this novel has to offer. It's just the tip of the iceberg really. I stand in awe of the skill and guts it took to weave such a beautiful story.
jordynhilliard's review against another edition
sad
slow-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
2.0
cynthiaswanson's review against another edition
5.0
A beautifully spare narrative, with a compelling plot and memorable characters. Pritchett's sense of place and her ability to add just the right small details set a perfect tone for this novel. I was swept up in the story and felt completely in tune with all of the characters and their struggles. I don't know what it's like inside the mind of an Alzheimer's patient, but Pritchett's characterization of Ben (who is somewhere on the continuum between diagnosis and complete breakdown into dementia) is real and believable. Renny is gritty and lovable for all her tenacity. Jess brings to mind every quiet, watchful, and wise-beyond-her-years teen I've ever known. A lovely novel, well worth the read. Recommended.
amysbrittain's review against another edition
4.0
Love. Heartwrenching story with the backdrop of wintertime on a ranch--exploring memory, unspoken feelings, love, duty, revenge, family.
shyster's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
medium-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
4.25
emkatsteen's review
5.0
This is one of the best books I have ever read. It was poetic and full of sorrow. I sobbed like a baby for the last 1/4 of the book. I know that I will revisit this book and that I will recommend it to friends and family (as long as they are not too sad already). Such a beautiful creation and I am so glad that my dad thought of me and bought it as a gift for us to share. I am so grateful for this book.
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