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Firstly, let me point out what a beautiful cover this is and how addictive the story line is. The story is of a family stuck in time, with a daughter missing. Every parent's worst fear! For them life is a waiting game in the hope that she is found alive and well.
For six years her parents have struggled to carry on, but in their own way each have managed to stay afloat. Mary, her twin also struggles. She blames herself.
Each year they return to the place Lucy was last seen and every time they hope there will be news.
Reading this book evoked so many emotions; fear for Mary, anger and pity towards her parents over the way Mary is treated, and concern for the grandparents.
As the story progresses you start to feel that this family is going to implode, but there is hope. Mary feels it. If only she can find what happened to Lucy.
This is an emotional read, character driven and one that you want to devote your time into. It is definitely one you cannot rush. Chloe Openshaw's writing is both beautiful and descriptive; the imagery so vibrant it feels like you are actually there alongside the characters drinking up the setting.
And wow! What an unexpected, welcomed ending. I love how it all came together forming a complete circle and that Mary can now live the life she deserves. Such an enjoyable read.
Many thanks to Chloe Openshaw for giving me the opportunity to read Where Wisteria Falls.