Many thanks to NetGalley, Berkley Publishing, and Brooke Fossey for the opportunity to read and review this wonderful debut novel. This was just the book I needed to read during our self-isolation period - a book full of quirky characters, and so very many emotions - you'll laugh, cry, feel sad and hopeful.
Duffy lives in an assisted living center, rooming with Carl, his best friend and confidant. They live in fear of becoming in need of moving to a nursing home, so they are always looking out for each other and keeping away from Sharon, the administrator, who seems to have an agenda of her own in moving the residents out. Enter Josie, a young girl who sneaks in Duffy and Carl's window one evening and announces that she is Carl's granddaughter. Duffy recognizes a kindred spirit in Josie, one who is going through issues he once went through. As he tries to help her, he has to take chances that put his stay at the center in jeopardy.
This is such a heartwarming story - it's so wonderful to read about the elderly population in such positive ways as these residents look out for each other. And I hope that we all have such wonderful caregivers when we need them.
Bravo for a wonderful debut novel - I can't wait to read more from this author. I will miss spending time with these characters! Highly recommended!
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