I have mixed emotions about this book. I was very hooked even when I had to set it down multiple times because of the subject matter, but I’m left with a feeling of emptiness. I have this feeling that the author was a bit careless with the subject matter and the story and trauma was more matter of fact instead of happening to real people. Yes I know it’s fiction but this is a very real subject. And ending with the POV of the dad I think does such a disservice and chops it up more to what if other choices were made around him instead of the very real choices he made. Perhaps my feelings will change the more I sit with this, but this is my immediate reaction upon finishing.
Oof chapter 20 turned this from a good book to a devastating great book. I was on the verge of tears the entire time, especially with Meryl Streep’s heartbreaking narration, from the story that Lara kept to herself. The way grief, regret, fortitude is written is so beautiful and saddening. Picturing Lara looking at her girls telling the story of her adolescence knowing this is also buried down with the rest of it.
This adaptation actually inspired me to read this for the first time! I’ve never seen any adaptation either, so it’s all a first! I adored the themes of this book, and as long as that comes through on screen I’ll be quite happy
emeeker12 commented...
This adaptation actually inspired me to read this for the first time! I’ve never seen any adaptation either, so it’s all a first! I adored the themes of this book, and as long as that comes through on screen I’ll be quite happy