Many thanks to NetGalley and Random House Ballantine Books for gifting me a digital ARC of the adult debut novel by Jennifer E. Smith - 4.5 stars!
Greta is an indie guitar star - her mother, Helen, was always her biggest fan while her dad, Conrad, just wanted her to have a different, more stable life. When Helen passes away suddenly while Greta is out of the country, the divide between her and her dad widens. Then Greta has a viral breakdown while performing on stage and loses all her confidence and motivation. The Alaskan cruise that was to celebrate her parents' 40th anniversary looms and Greta's brother convinces her to join their dad on the trip.
I just loved this book - Greta and her dad are both struggling to cope with Helen's death but without her to run interference, can't relate to or help each other. There's loads here about family, parenting, grief, as well as hope and second chances. I loved all these characters! The author was also magnificent in describing the Alaskan cruise experience - it became an integral character as well. Great book - can't wait to read more from this author!
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