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A review by xanthe87
Dream by Garrett Leigh
5.0
What an amazing read!
Dylan and Angelo's relationship may not begin until much later in the book but they come to rely on each others support at least physically much earlier than that. As someone with CFS, it's so refreshing to read about such an illness and the full impact it has on your life - physically, mentally, and with work and love. Dylan's support is amazing but his honesty about not understanding parts of what Angelo experiences is a welcome relief from the pretense or brush off that can happen a lot.
It was heartwarming seeing each character coming to learn how to lean on the other, that they can offer different things to a relationship and you're not thought less of for being who you are. We don't hear a lot from supporting characters but those who are there offer good input and depth to the story. Angelo's family being his reason for being back in Romford but also for his self imposed workaholic schedule his body cannot cope with. Dylan's relationship with his best friend that he's run from seems to have messed with him emotionally but meeting and creating something with Angelo is a great way for him to build himself back up.
Garrett's writing is as beautiful as ever. Drawing you into the story and gripping you until it's finale and offering hope in a hopeless situation when you have the support of family and loved ones.
The are a couple of scenes of sex in a safe, public place with others watching on.
I hope that this book actually offers support to fellow sufferers. I know this is a work of fiction but the points are still valid, from both sides.
Definitely recommend this book! For those who are already fans of Garrett Leigh and newcomers to her work.
Dylan and Angelo's relationship may not begin until much later in the book but they come to rely on each others support at least physically much earlier than that. As someone with CFS, it's so refreshing to read about such an illness and the full impact it has on your life - physically, mentally, and with work and love. Dylan's support is amazing but his honesty about not understanding parts of what Angelo experiences is a welcome relief from the pretense or brush off that can happen a lot.
It was heartwarming seeing each character coming to learn how to lean on the other, that they can offer different things to a relationship and you're not thought less of for being who you are. We don't hear a lot from supporting characters but those who are there offer good input and depth to the story. Angelo's family being his reason for being back in Romford but also for his self imposed workaholic schedule his body cannot cope with. Dylan's relationship with his best friend that he's run from seems to have messed with him emotionally but meeting and creating something with Angelo is a great way for him to build himself back up.
Garrett's writing is as beautiful as ever. Drawing you into the story and gripping you until it's finale and offering hope in a hopeless situation when you have the support of family and loved ones.
The are a couple of scenes of sex in a safe, public place with others watching on.
I hope that this book actually offers support to fellow sufferers. I know this is a work of fiction but the points are still valid, from both sides.
Definitely recommend this book! For those who are already fans of Garrett Leigh and newcomers to her work.