This book is exactly the adult adventure book that it claimed to be. Filled with travel and adventure, we are taken on a journey alongside. Told through time jumps, we feel like we are being told the story by Aubry herself.

It is filled with underlying messages, but the primary one that remains with me is the importance of observing and witnessing the world around you.

While this book didn't leave me thinking about it when I wasn't reading it, it kept me hooked for the times I had it open. I'd recommend this book to those looking for a captivating and cozy read to escape in.

Thank you to Simon & Schuster Canada and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy, in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

I thoroughly enjoyed this debut novel by Douglas westerbeck. I will be checking out his future novels. I feel the takeaway from this is that people are just looking for a place to call home and also to not take anything for granted because you don't know how much time you have. Thank you NetGalley and Simon and Schuster for my advanced copy.