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In Our Hands by Larissa C. Moyer
5.0
This is the first book I’ve read that has ASL/Deaf representation, and it was phenomenal from start to finish!
Told in a dual POV format with flashbacks, this story follows Evelyn and Otis, who have been best friends for 10 years, when a traumatic event leaves them trying to navigate their feelings for each other. They lean heavily on each other whilst helping each other heal, and Larissa captured this in such a beautiful way.
The book is incredibly detailed: the main characters are relatable and flawed, the supporting characters are important to the storyline without taking away from Evelyn and Otis, and the story highlights the lack of inclusivity there is for the Deaf community and the challenges they face.
I absolutely loved that there was no miscommunication trope. There were plenty of real issues involved that weren’t just quickly glossed over, instead, they sorted through the issue each time, and seeing a real, healthy relationship forming between them just felt really special.
It's safe to say I could not put this book down, and despite being 448 pages, it just wasn't long enough. Book 2 is coming out on December 5th, and I cannot wait to continue the series with Deans story!
*Thank you so much to Sunny Babe PR and Larissa C. Moyer for providing me with a copy of this amazing book in exchange for my honest review.*
Told in a dual POV format with flashbacks, this story follows Evelyn and Otis, who have been best friends for 10 years, when a traumatic event leaves them trying to navigate their feelings for each other. They lean heavily on each other whilst helping each other heal, and Larissa captured this in such a beautiful way.
The book is incredibly detailed: the main characters are relatable and flawed, the supporting characters are important to the storyline without taking away from Evelyn and Otis, and the story highlights the lack of inclusivity there is for the Deaf community and the challenges they face.
I absolutely loved that there was no miscommunication trope. There were plenty of real issues involved that weren’t just quickly glossed over, instead, they sorted through the issue each time, and seeing a real, healthy relationship forming between them just felt really special.
It's safe to say I could not put this book down, and despite being 448 pages, it just wasn't long enough. Book 2 is coming out on December 5th, and I cannot wait to continue the series with Deans story!
*Thank you so much to Sunny Babe PR and Larissa C. Moyer for providing me with a copy of this amazing book in exchange for my honest review.*