Splinters of Light

Women's fiction/chick lit isn't my genre of choice.Why? I can't really say - but sometimes the conflict and plot isn't something I usually relate to - so it's just not enjoyable for me. With Splinters of Light - I took a chance, and it's one I am glad I did.

This is the story of Nora - her twin sister and daughter Ellie. Nora has been diagnosed with EOAD. She is a perfectionist, and loves control - so her struggle with the diagnosis and start of losing her memories was heart breaking. She has fears about Ellie, and what will happen once she is gone. Yet it's so much more than that.

This story is so much more to it than just a family dealing with such a heartbreaking diagnosis. It's about life and the struggles we all could potentially face. It's about love, family and finding who you are and where you stand. It's honest; in the sense that the characters say and act in ways we all think or want to do, but are scared to.

I wish there were most coherent things I could say about this book. But it's one that I think needs to be experienced to fully grasp just how impacting it is. Splinters of Light is heartbreaking yet beautiful. It's not a sad story, per se, but one that fills you with such strong emotions it's hard not to love.

*I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.*