smderitis 's review for:

4.0

Definitely shed some tears over this one. I love books about books, but this text goes so much deeper than just the reading material they discuss. The relationship between mother and son is so heartwarming and beautiful, and the topic of death is extremely poignant and written in good taste. Reading Schwalbe's story made me think deeply and feel immensely.

Also, although I haven't read every title that Will and Mary Anne discuss for their "book club", I didn't fit it hard to keep up with their conversations. Schwalbe does a great job at briefly describing each book club pick, while also tying them seamlessly into the story's overall messages.