I really enjoyed this story and sympathized with Lee, a man who’s been unsure of himself, having had the misfortune to be raised in a dysfunctional, upper-class family where he felt misunderstood, if not ignored. His father was critical and aloof and I cringed with compassion every time Lee interacted with him. As the story progressed, and as Lee slowly unraveled his awkward parents’ secrets, he slowly began to create a circle of friends around him that, for the first time, helped him to feel at ease in his interactions with others. Predominantly, this story is about Lee’s journey from childhood to adulthood, as we watch him stand on his own two feet and acquire self-assurance. Florence Osmund has done a wonderful job, creating characters that feel 100% real. The only downside is I felt the flow could be better at times, as some scenes/passages weren’t necessary and could have been removed, especially in the second half of the book. Summing up, a great story and I shall look forward to reading more from this author.
My rating:
4-stars
A wonderful, touching coming-of-age story
Do you enjoy stories about family secrets or awkward family relationships?
If so, then this one, is a must!
Read my interview with Florence Osmund on this blog!
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