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A review by salgalruns
Love Anthony by Lisa Genova
5.0
Lisa Genova continues to amaze me! I have already recommended her other books to everyone I can think of, and now this one will go in my "most frequently suggested" list as well. It is always the mark of a great book for me when I finish with the story to then continue to devour the pages that come afterwards - the acknowledgements, notes about the author - and still want more!
The story rotates POV between two main characters. Olivia has moved into the family vacation home in Nantucket, having been recently separated from her husband after the death of their son. She struggles with memories of Anthony, and is on deep search for answers. Beth is in a marriage with its own share of challenges, along with raising three girls. She is searching for the younger version of herself - the one that had hopes and dreams and yearned to write.
The other main character, in a way, is Anthony. Anthony is Olivia's young son who happens to have autism. Genova gives him such an eloquent voice in this story, it almost takes your breath away with the perceived accuracy. It doesn't take long for you to understand the frustration of dealing with a child with autism, but also the love that takes over every bit of your being as a result.
This book is touching beyond all measure. It is a book of discovery, of forgiveness, but most importantly, of love. It has undoubtedly earned a spot on my favorites shelf.
The story rotates POV between two main characters. Olivia has moved into the family vacation home in Nantucket, having been recently separated from her husband after the death of their son. She struggles with memories of Anthony, and is on deep search for answers. Beth is in a marriage with its own share of challenges, along with raising three girls. She is searching for the younger version of herself - the one that had hopes and dreams and yearned to write.
The other main character, in a way, is Anthony. Anthony is Olivia's young son who happens to have autism. Genova gives him such an eloquent voice in this story, it almost takes your breath away with the perceived accuracy. It doesn't take long for you to understand the frustration of dealing with a child with autism, but also the love that takes over every bit of your being as a result.
This book is touching beyond all measure. It is a book of discovery, of forgiveness, but most importantly, of love. It has undoubtedly earned a spot on my favorites shelf.