The Book of Second Chances

A bit slow to develop, and Emily does get frustrating: but there’s the core of someone special here. From her fascination with birds (and in many cases, seeming to be the bird whisperer) to her artistic talents, the way she ‘frames’ a picture with words, and the secrets she hides within each image. Emily is truly one of the more uniquely developed and drawn characters I’ve ever encountered: and with the connection to books, stories, their creation and their genesis, the references and gentle unfolding of the story up to ‘crisis points’ for Emily when she feels overwhelmed are beautifully created and brought forward: allowing readers to experience the poignancy of grief, loss, friendships and memories, and just how those elements become and fill a life – making it one well lived although never entirely comfortable or without pain. I loved the book, the birds at the start of each chapter - a favorite. Full review at I am, Indeed...