Sunflowers in February

by Phyllida Shrimpton

[Joséphine]

February 14, 2018

My full book review is up here on Word Revel.

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November 22, 2017

Initial thoughts: Wow. This book was a rollercoaster! Death is never an easy topic to face, and I have to be honest, I spent a good part of Sunflowers in February suppressing my tears, so I could continue reading. I expect for some readers, it will be triggering to read. I felt that too but pushed through and was rewarded with hope and the reminder to not only be sad for the death of dearly departed but to celebrate their lives lived as well.

Although I didn't like Lily very much at first (she was incredibly petty and selfish), I could understand where she was coming from. As she lived through her second chance, she discovered what mattered more in life (after death), bringing love and healing to those she'd left behind.

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Note: I received an advanced reading copy from a local distributor in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.