While I can say that I did enjoy myself from beginning to end, I can't say that this book is particularly memorable or a stand out for me. The story is very simply told. The characters and their motivations exist but are not super fleshed out in a way that gives you a big insight to who these folks are. It feels almost like a drawn out folktale and I definitely see many people connecting very deeply with the themes of coming or age and aging, and the journey of life. I enjoyed myself but ultimately I don't think this book is for me.