Hooked on Books
Avid Multi-Genre Reader. Lover of Books with Unique Settings. Audiobook Fanatic. Sweet Tea Addict. Mom of Two Boys & Mistress of Two Very Energetic Black Kittens. -Empress Reece
Currently reading
Six Degrees of Separation...
Have you ever heard the theory that we are all separated from everyone else in the world by fewer then six steps or degrees? Well that's really the underlying theme in this story. We meet four different characters from 1970's Alaska- Ruth, Dora, Alyce and Hank. They each live different lives but as they are all struck by either tragedy, luck, love or salvation their stories and lives become intertwined.
I have to admit when I first started reading this last night I put it down after the second chapter because I wasn't getting into it. I think it was probably just the mood I was in because when I picked it back up today I fell right into it. It's not a fast paced story though - it builds slowly with gradual reveals along the way which I think worked rather well. I loved the Alaska backdrop and I think the author did a great job of portraying the characters and the small town way of life. It's not a light read though and it will tug on your heartstrings!
17
12