A review by mooncrab
Whiskey & Ribbons by Leesa Cross-Smith

4.0

Broke my damn heart, but such a good read. This was hard to put down but I needed to take breaks from the emotion of it. I love Leesa’s writing so much and it’s wholly evident that each word is carefully chosen, and each sentence meticulously crafted to paint a vivid picture. She writes relatable, realistic characters and reveals their stories in a really engaging way. It was so neat (and gut-wrenching) to read Eamon’s chapters knowing the voice is coming from a dead man; this is a unique choice and added a real depth of intensity to the story. There were certainly parts of the book that were triggering to anyone grieving, but there’s also a relatability that is strangely comforting. Highly recommended if you are looking for an emotional read, but be prepared to seek out happier books as a palette cleanser afterward!