I originally dnfed this book a few months ago then decided to give it another shot. I'm really glad I did because this book was more of a meditative reflection on love, loss, grief, and healing. But more than that, it also explores the characters' relationships with the ones they have left, the ones who also experienced loss but are still here. I actually enjoyed the second story more than the first one and I liked the perspective it gives towards loss and moving on after that loss. Overall, the book was really beautiful and moving, melancholy yes, but with a quiet sincerity.