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The Key to My Heart
by Lia Louis
Natalie's husband Russ died two and a half years ago. Her friends think it's time she moves on, but that doesn't happen on their schedule. And then she starts finding sheets of music in the bench at the public piano she plays. The songs are ones that were important in her relationship with Russ.
This was a beautiful book. It is focused on Natalie and her journey, rather than on a romance. There is a romantic element, but I won't even name who the character is. There's also a fun sense of mystery, as Natalie tries to determine who is leaving her the sheet music.
I also enjoyed watching her relationship with her friends and sister. Priya is such a great friend to Natalie. It really got me thinking not only about grief and healing, but also about how to be there for someone in need.
The pacing is slow, as befits the topic. It kept me engaged throughout. Though not my favorite from her, it's another lovely example of how well Lia Louis writes. Her prose is so thoughtful. At times, I paused just to admire a particular sentence or metaphor.
Thank you to Atria, Emily Bestler Books and @BookClubFavorites for the advanced reader copy. These opinions are my own.
This was a beautiful book. It is focused on Natalie and her journey, rather than on a romance. There is a romantic element, but I won't even name who the character is. There's also a fun sense of mystery, as Natalie tries to determine who is leaving her the sheet music.
I also enjoyed watching her relationship with her friends and sister. Priya is such a great friend to Natalie. It really got me thinking not only about grief and healing, but also about how to be there for someone in need.
The pacing is slow, as befits the topic. It kept me engaged throughout. Though not my favorite from her, it's another lovely example of how well Lia Louis writes. Her prose is so thoughtful. At times, I paused just to admire a particular sentence or metaphor.
Thank you to Atria, Emily Bestler Books and @BookClubFavorites for the advanced reader copy. These opinions are my own.