I'm afraid I gave up about half way through, despite this being such a short book. I just didn't engage with it at all. In parts I felt as if I understood, but otherwise I found it very confusing.

Thanks to Net Galley for the advance copy of this book. This is a short, debut novel of loss, longing and self-imposed exile. I liked the format of the book; the clear, stripped back, concise prose and the way the author presented slices of the protagonist's inner thoughts and past memories that led to her present circumstances. I found I was intrigued by most of the characters. Overall the book was wonderful and left a lasting impression. I would truly recommend.

Sadly for me this wasn’t working. I like the sharp short snapshots that is produces in every paragraph making it like a vignette kind of style. But for me I just couldn’t get along with this book and felt confused at times