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A review by lylesgirl2020
Untethered by Angela Jackson-Brown
5.0
This was such a surprise of a read. I’m still pretty new to historical fiction, and this was my first book by Angela Jackson-Brown—but her writing completely drew me in.
Set in 1967 Alabama, the story follows Katia, a woman who’s spent her whole life showing up for others—her family, the boys at the group home where she works, and just about everyone around her. She’s steady, selfless, and quietly strong. But underneath that, there’s a softness she’s kept hidden for a long time. When someone from her past reappears, it forces her to reckon with the idea that maybe she doesn’t have to carry everything alone.
While there’s definitely romance, what stood out most to me was Katia’s personal journey. Learning to accept love and support after being the strong one for so long? That hit home. Her story was tender and real, and I honestly didn’t expect to be so moved—but I found myself tearing up more than once.
Katia is a character I’ll think about for a while. This book is full of heart, and it made me want to slow down and sit with my own feelings, too.
Can’t wait to read more from this author.
Set in 1967 Alabama, the story follows Katia, a woman who’s spent her whole life showing up for others—her family, the boys at the group home where she works, and just about everyone around her. She’s steady, selfless, and quietly strong. But underneath that, there’s a softness she’s kept hidden for a long time. When someone from her past reappears, it forces her to reckon with the idea that maybe she doesn’t have to carry everything alone.
While there’s definitely romance, what stood out most to me was Katia’s personal journey. Learning to accept love and support after being the strong one for so long? That hit home. Her story was tender and real, and I honestly didn’t expect to be so moved—but I found myself tearing up more than once.
Katia is a character I’ll think about for a while. This book is full of heart, and it made me want to slow down and sit with my own feelings, too.
Can’t wait to read more from this author.