Twitter summary: A girl grows up on a remote island with only her father, who teaches her to rely on her senses above all else.
The good: This book makes me want to stop and smell the roses or breathe in the salty ocean air. It is easy to forget how our bodies know exactly what we need and how attuned our senses are. This is a beautiful story about a girl learning about her history, present and life all by trusting her sense of smell. There are hints of real-world magic and mystery as the story unravels.
The bad: I struggled reading Part 1 of the book and felt quite disengaged at first. I am glad I persevered! I read 70% of the book in one sitting.
Favourite character: Emmeline — oh how she captured my imagination. I felt her curiosity, her wonder and her vibrant emotions as she followed the scents and their associations in her life.
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