"Deftly interlacing the past and present of the characters and their setting, Staffa pens an appealing novel about grief, finding home, and transformation.
With elegant, clear, and poignant prose, Staffa moves the story forward, portraying characters that will deeply impact readers.
Though the story's themes may feel familiar, the delicate way in which Staffa explores them distinguishes this novel.
Staffa's characters are realistically lovely and flawed. Their relationships with each other—or lack thereof—beautifully drive the plot and themes.
Staffa weaves a moving and realistic portrait of grief, belonging, and transformation."