Book Review and Giveaway: Little Island by Katharine Britton

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Synopsis:  This multigenerational story that pays homage to Joy’s dying grandmother’s last words—left behind on a note. A note that’s interpreted by Joy’s mother as instructions for her memorial services. And so, the far-flung clan will gather at their inn on Little Island, Maine, to honor her.  Joy can’t help dreading the weekend. Twenty years ago, a tragedy nearly destroyed the family—and still defines them. Joy, her mother Grace and father Gar, and twins Roger and Tamar all have their parts to play. And now Joy, facing an empty nest and nebulous future, feels more vulnerable than ever to the dangerous currents running through her family. Joy will discover that there is more than pain and heartbreak that binds them together, when a few simple words lift the fog and reveal what truly matters…

Review: This is one of those books where you want to throttle one of the characters, scream at another and have a very LONG talk with a third. Pretty much like you would any of your siblings! And that is the point the author is making with this book- how siblings act and what they do that can affect each other for years and years, their relationships and even how they react to their own kids. It is more than just a simple read and I urge you to take your time reading it, seeing the author's nuances and gentle ways with words that rapt your soul into the story. This is a book. in which you won't believe the ending, but it will be one that you were secretly hoping for! 

It is a lovely book and perfect for adding to your Fall reading list!

About the Author: Katharine Britton teaches at the Institute of Lifelong Education at Dartmouth College, the Writer’s Barn in Shelburne and the Writer’s Center in White River, Vermont.  She has written three screenplays, one of which is a Moondance International Film Festival winner, and has a master’s degree in creative writing from Dartmouth College.  She is the author of one previous novel, Her Sister’s Shadow, and lives in Vermont. 

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