Genre: Contemporary + Short Stories
This is an intriguing book that centers on Felma, a woman who works in a flower shop and seeks her daughter after she was taken from her while serving time in prison. The world surrounding Felma and each of her customers also has their own story. There is a connection among these stories as well.
The book contains over thirty stories, each one of them focusing on different individuals with their own problems, challenges, and obstacles. These stories explore themes such as hope, grief, mental health, and identity. As a reader, you may find yourself liking some stories more than others, depending on your tastes and preferences.
One of the main strengths of this collection is the author’s writing style. It is indeed flowery, which enhances the themes being explored, particularly since flowers are a recurring motif in nearly all the stories. Additionally, I appreciated the vivid descriptions of the various locations depicted throughout the narratives. I believe the author excelled in this aspect.
Although it’s a well-written book with a very interesting structure, I believe the number of stories was excessive compared to the number of pages. The stories were short, which doesn’t provide enough opportunity to connect with the characters and their challenges. Perhaps having eight or ten stories within the same structure would have made a significant difference. This is my personal opinion, and your experience may differ, so give the book a chance if you think it’s something you might find interesting.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC of this book.
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