Insight by Diana Greenwood

Insight

by Diana Greenwood

After ten-year-old Elvira's father goes missing in World War II and her mother gives birth to a daughter who is a seer, the family leaves their rural Wisconsin home, along with Elvira's cantankerous grandmother, accompanying a traveling preacher on a journey that reveals secrets and ultimately leads to forgiveness and healing for Elvira.

Reviewed by lizarodz on

5 of 5 stars

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This is the first time I in a novel! Believe I have entered many contests, but I finally won.. and what is even better, the book is dedicated to me and I also received a button and a bookmark!

I didn't know what to expect for this book, I think the synopsis doesn't describe very well what the book is about. I am really happy that I won this novel, because I really liked it. The story takes place in the 1940s and is told by Elvira. Vira is a strong character, even though her short life has been anything but easy, she tells her story with a bright sense of humor that had me laughing out loud more than one.

The relationship between all the members of the family is somewhat strained, but in the mend. Elvira's determination is a force to be reckon with, and Jessie is ever-knowing and so sweet and mature for her age.

This is a novel worth reading. The cover is lovely too, and it represents a very important part of the plot.

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