A review by theamandashelby
The Road Home by Erin Zak

5.0

I read this book slowly. I would read for a while and put it down, then pick it up after a break. This book was both wonderful and heartbreaking. Zak did such a great job with Gwen in this novel. The emotions were written in such a way the reader experienced the entire range, even if the reader has little or no personal experience with cancer. I see how this could be a difficult read for some especially if the circumstances are very close to home. I always love when a character is written to be exactly the person the other needs at a particular time. Lila was exactly that, someone who could move beyond first impressions, be incredibly supportive while also acting as a bridge. While this isn't a book a will be rushing to read again, it is a book that I will not soon forget. Pick this one up when you want a more serious read you will not be disappointed.