Ruby Among Us

The cover design looked very pretty, and the description sounded interesting.

From the beginning, I was drawn in, and I wanted to know more about the characters and whatever story they had to share. I felt that the writing had a dark tone, but at the same time it was very beautiful to read because it was elegant. The story was more romantic than I was expecting, but a good story to escape into. I'm going to read the next book in the series.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for a free copy to review.

"RubyAmong Us" is a touching tale that spans three generations of women: Kitty, Ruby, and Lucy. Despite their mistakes, regrets, and loss of faith, the women have supported and loved each other through thick and thin. However, Lucy has few recollections of her childhood, and Kitty is hesitant to divulge the family's long-held secrets. Lucy is a delightful character, innocent and sheltered, with an eagerness to remember her past to pave the way for her future. This heartwarming book is a story of love, forgiveness, redemption, and family.

The book is deeply thought-provoking and emotional at times as Lucy works towards a new beginning as she learns about her past. I was engrossed in the story, eager to discover if Lucy could piece together her life – the life she never knew she had – and her heritage. The book is a page-turner, fast-paced and thrilling, leaving you breathless as you learn more about the characters you grow to love.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity ti read Ruby Among Us by Tina Ann Firkner. A lovely story beautifully written. I look forward to more.

Sad and beautiful, Ruby Among Us tells a story about three generations of women. The story is told mainly from the perspective of Lucy, and we get snippets of her mother and grandmother’s lives. This is a story about family secrets and forgiveness.

I really loved the beginning and the ending of the book. The first few chapters were devastating. I should note that for me there were some issues with the pacing. The middle of the book was a bit repetitive, due to the stubbornness of one of the characters. The ending was touching and satisfying.

I will end this review with a quote from the book.
“I feel like your secrets are keeping us from something great. Something powerful.”

Lucy’s mother, Ruby, died when Lucy was eight. She has always carried guilt as she felt she was responsible. Coupled with so much mystery around her family, shielded by her grandmother, Kitty, Lucy begins an arduous journey to learn the truth and bring back lost memories of her mother.
A beautiful novel of family and secrets lyrically written so that the truths help rather than destroy. I enjoyed it immensely and look forward to the sequel, Rose House.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. all thoughts and opinions are my own.

The book is about the intertwined histories of three women, Kitty, Ruby and Lucy, and is mostly told from the viewpoint of Kitty and her granddaughter Lucy. Lucy has been brought up by her grandmother since her mother died of an asthma attack. She is homeschooled and Kitty keeps her close. Gradually, as she grows up, Lucy becomes aware that there is more to her grandmother’s life than she is prepared to share. The book teases with you with secrets that are gradually revealed as the story progresses. The characters are mostly believable, but could have been more rounded for me, although I dud like them, particularly Lucy. An underlying theme of faith, list, present, found could have been more nuanced. On the whole, an enjoyable read.

A heartwarming, heartbreaking story of 3 generations of women. Grandma, granddaughter and Mother (Ruby) who died when her daughter was 8. An absorbing story of their history, secrets, and memories.