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Road trip!

“We’re going on a bookish road trip!”

Hop in! Chloe Vance has an extra seat available in Goldie, her yellow Nissan Xterra.

You’ll be spending 9 days with Chloe, her sister Lauren, and their mom Edie as they visit different towns that have a connection to a book or an author in America’s heartland.

Did I mention that it’s a strained dynamic? No? My bad. I hope it isn’t too awkward.

Keep this quote in mind as you get comfortable. Don’t forget your seatbelt! “The belief of those closest to you was the hardest to earn. They know too many of your sins and failures.”

I saw SO much of myself and my sibling/parent relationship BUT I valued the cautionary tale the author presented. I liked knowing more than the others on the road trip, liked the reminder that a person’s greatest need was often the one they refused to acknowledge, but I really loved the thought about generations of impact stemming from seemingly unwise decisions.

My takeaway: We all have untold stories meant to be shared. Having the courage to share them may change us and those who’ll listen.

Thanks for a memorable trip, Sara Brunsvold!

I was gifted this copy by Revell and was under no obligation to provide a review.

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Oh my I really really loved this book!!
I get to take a road trip along with some great historical places. Some I've never heard of like Red Cloud, NB. I miss taking road trips. There's just so much to see and learn along the way.
I was lost in this story for a whole evening and didn't get to sleep until 7am this morning
I wasn't sure what this was going to be about when I got it but now I'm so glad that I picked it up.
Lots of secrets for sure in this beautiful novel of learning to rebond with other family members and learning to find yourself along this amazing journey called life and fun. At least in my opinion it is.
Even mom's have secrets too. I really enjoyed in getting to know Edie and her little family. Most especially Edie.
She does what I do sometimes when my thoughts and emotions are bothering me.
It does help relieve stress.
Lauren is a different sort of hurt and secrets. She's a little bit harder to know.
Chloe is the who tickles me. She's what I call a free spirit. I loved her instantly. Her encouragement and cajoling lol to get what she wants is funny. She .ade me giggle.
I just really enjoyed this book. Brunswold does a great job in keeping me engaged in her stories. Especially this one! I learned so much!!
I wish I could give this one more than 5 stars! These three ladies definitely kept me entertained! I highly recommend this story!
My thanks for this wonderful read. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.

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