Far From Here engaged me right from the start with its thoughtful
descriptions, unexpected twists, and relatable familial bonds. Nicole pieces
together a beautifully raw story where one woman’s agonizing contemplation over
her husband’s disappearance solidifies to dedicated resolve over time.
I identify with Nicole’s devotion to portraying realistic
characters. Through gifted storytelling, Nicole’s exploration of loss, grief,
and eventual forgiveness is tangible and crawl-inside-my-head familiar.
Danica and Etsell Greene’s marriage is convoluted. Etsell’s
mysterious departure complicates Danica’s impression of what they’ve built. In
her literary work, Nicole surrounds Danica with strong character defining women
who each do their part in helping Danica make peace with her present
circumstances.
I found myself continuing asking if I’d make the same
decisions Danica did. In light of this, I’m confident Far From Here would make
an excellent book club selection.
Because Nicole and I have established a connection in the
past, I was eager to ask her the following question:
Moi: What
surprised you most while writing Far From Here?

Thanks for that
intimate and poignant glimpse, Nicole! And Congratulations on your starred
review on Publishers Weekly!
Wow, sounds like just my kind of book. :) Thanks for introducing us to Nicole, Wendy!
ReplyDeleteI'll have to nab this one. I love deep books, especially when you tack on Book Club read to it! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm really enjoying this book right now. Just wish I had more time to read it!!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great book and I loved her comment on how hope changes over time. That really made me think.
ReplyDeleteGreat review, Wendy! Thanks for introducing us to Nicole. (Love her book cover, btw!)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great read! Enjoyed Nicole's lovely repsonse about hope. I agree that our hopes shift and change as we go through different life experiences.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the lovely review, Wendy! All best to you. :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the intro to Nicole! Will have to check this one out. :)
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