What a Tearjerker!

I have recently started a new novel by Kristin Hannah called Winter Garden. A few ladies that I work with have read her book called Fireflies and recommended her books for me to read. I have not read for pleasure in a long time so I wanted to make sure to get a good novel to start and since Fireflies is currently being read by another lady we work with, I bought Winter Garden. Little did I know that I would be crying after the first chapter!! Every time I read it is hard not to cry. Every part of the story really touches your heart and brings you memories you may have wanted to forget or hold on to forever. By that I mean,  we all have had experiences with the death of a family member. Each one of us can relate to all the emotions we feel, the distinct things we said or didn't say, and the struggle we face for months to come. This book brings about all those thoughts, feelings, and memories of their death. The words are so moving it is hard not to cry. It also makes me think about my living family members and how much I love and care about them. In a sense, it makes me dread the day when they are taken from me and will only be a memory. It is hard for me to handle death so, of course, this book is a real tearjerker for me! Even though it makes me cry I will fight through every page even if they are soaking wet by the end.