The characters pull you in
592841
Wonderful story.
Loved the characters, and the metaphor and magic of alchemy.
2979918
The author has a way of writing that pulls you into the characters lives and makes you feel what they are feeling. Once you pick up the book, you will not be able to stop reading it until the end!
587456
You can not help but get caught up in the the emotions of the likable and relatable characters. This is one of those reads that you just HAVE to find out what is going to happen! Can't wait for what comes next.
919211
Fell in love with the characters; very good read.
41545
Not giving anything a way, the book starts quietly then suddenly sucks you in.  A variety of characters each on their own journey of discovery.  Somehow she weaves them into a cohesive whole.  Anyone who has missed an opportunity , or suffered an event that leads them to withdraw from the world will identify with the characters.  Engrossing read
4682478
The book keeps ur interest . You can't wait to see what's going to happen next. The characters come alive to you
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Wow this author really knows how to pull you in like you are really in the book and can see the characters and see their story. Really enjoyed this book
3804820
Nice way to pull us in with the person shining through your characters. I could feel what emotion's they were experiencing. Your kept us on the edge of our seat's to see what was next. Thank you.
4503099
These characters get under your skin and truly move you.  It is possible to relate while knowing you could not compartmentalize and cope the way they do.  I am hoping next book completes some resolution for David and Elise.
4267939
Awesomely written, drags u in and makes u want to keep reading. The writing feels real,like ur there with them
2567282
A little hard to get into at first.  It takes a while to draw the reader in, but once you are there it is an enjoyable read.
1411425
This book I fell in love with. You just want nothing but good things for the characters. You can't help but feel like you yourself are a part of the story and you are living it as well.
4145215
Wonderfully descriptive, the authors ability to gather you into each scene leaves you feeling like you are in the moment throughout the story. Strong and believable characters draw you in to the realities of settling a family, and a growing community during the perilous time in our not so distant past.  I thoroughly enjoyed the book.
1208048
I was drawn in by the characters. The bouncy around was hard for me at times. The resilience of Cora is impressive.
4283122
Picked up on a whim, I turned out really impressed by this book. It has a light tone at first, but there's a deeper sense of the world and it's magic that you pick up on as the story evolves. All of the characters are memorable, and I found myself liking them (even the evil ones were interesting).
4261424
The characters are real.  The story is compelling and you won't want to stop reading even after you have finished the book
3223395
The characters draw you in and keep you hoping . . . hoping for connection! And add in a loveable dog . . . and things get  . . . ?