Many thanks to NetGalley and Random House Ballantine Books for gifting me a digital ARC of the latest book by one of my absolute favorites, Jodi Picoult. 5 stars!
Diana has had her life all planned out and things are going along just as planned. She is working at Sotheby's as an art specialist, almost engaged to Finn, a surgeon resident. She finds a ring he's hidden and she is sure he's going to propose on their upcoming trip to the Galapagos Islands. But it's March 2020 and as they plan to leave, Finn says he has to stay and work. He encourages Diana to go on the vacation alone - and she does. But the world shuts down when she gets there and she misses her last chance off island. Alone, not speaking the language and with no money, Diana has to figure out how to survive. But survival makes her reconsider all those plans she made.
I loved this book. While the thought of reading a book about Covid while we are facing yet another holiday season wondering if it's safe to gather with our family even when everyone is vaccinated, don't miss this book. In Jodi Picoult's talented hands, she gives us another look at the pandemic through the eyes of those on the front line as well as those recovering. There are also so many gems here about what is important in life. You'll be best served going into it not knowing too much about the story and experiencing the turns for yourself. Be sure to read the author's notes at the end as well. Highly recommended!
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