Saturday, August 16, 2025

8.16.2025 - The Incredible Kindness of Paper

The Incredible Kindness of Paper by Evelyn Skye 

Many thanks to NetGalley, Atria Books | Emily Bestler Books for gifting me a digital ARC of this heartwarming book by Evelyn Skye.  All opinions expressed in this review are my own - 5 stars!

Chloe and Oliver were best of friends in elementary school, blossoming into something more as they grew older.  But then Oliver left with no word.  Twenty years later, Chloe's feeling lost and having too many negative changes in her life.  She gives herself an encouraging word written on yellow origami paper that she folds into roses.  When it finds its way to a neighbor in need, Chloe decides to spread kindness across NYC.  Meanwhile, Oliver has worked hard to recover from his upbringing after leaving Chloe, but is still haunted by the past.  One of Chloe's roses finds its way into his life.

Sometimes you just need a book that fills you with positivity, hope and happiness, and this book will do it.  Plus, I learned my new favorite way to think about reactions when someone comes to you with an issue - you can fix, listen, or hug.  Isn't that the best?  I loved this book filled with magical realism and the magic of connection.  Highly recommended!

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