“This then is the true lesson: there is nothing romantic about love. Only the most niave believe it will save them. Only the hardiest of us will survive it.” -#TheLastRomantics by Tara Conklin
Book Review: Thumbs up on this multidimensional story, with layer upon layer of complicated relationships and emotion; not just with the Skinner siblings, but their inner relationships with themselves and the roles they play in their family. Each of the 4 siblings is dealing with the lingering consequences of a traumatic childhood, even in adulthood. The story is told in retrospective point of view with a very interesting setting in 2079, which I found a little hard to understand at times, but the true heart of the book is the story within the story. For anyone who loves sweeping family dramas like Commonwealth, The Interestings and The Immortalists, you will love this story too.
What are your favorite family drama novels? I would like more suggestions on books like this!
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