What to say about this book that hasn't already been said? There's a lot of emphasis on how sad the contents are, but I feel like that is only true because of how much love the story contains as well.

There's a lot of trauma in this story, so definitely look up the triggers if you're worried, but I honestly thought it was going to be worse. I'm a person who feels stuff so deeply, and this is definitely a sad book, but it is also still just a book. 

That's not to say these characters weren't beautifully built and realistic. They definitely were. When I was reading, it was as if nothing else mattered. My life didn't even exist. I have lived with these characters for 2 weeks, and I think a little part of them all will be with me for a very long time. Hanya is a genius, and I don't say this very often, but this is a once in a lifetime read. 

I read the last 80 pages in one sitting, sobbing on and off for the majority of it. Once I had finished, it was definitely a sombre feeling, but also, like I'd really achieved something. It isn't very often I'll read a 720 page book that I've owned for over 3 years. Me and @jeveuxmonlivre_ think we deserve a certificate or medal 💁🏻‍♀️