Member Review

Having not read anything by Catherine Miller before I was unaware of what I was in store. Well, I was blown away! This book had my full attention from the very start. It was very well written, full of raw emotion and I felt as if I was actually sitting there with Tabitha listening as she told me her story.

Despite the book beginning with the death of Tabitha's husband I found it to be overall an uplifting and hopeful tale of rebuilding for the future following the shattering of dreams held close. The story moves between then - the death of Tabitha's husband - and now - with Tabitha starting her fostering journey.

The author has dealt with the subject of fostering in a beautiful manner and shows that despite it being hard work there is also a rewarding feeling. I loved this aspect of the book having previously worked in a care home setting I could understand some of what kids go through whilst in care. This is very much a heart-wrenching story about overcoming grief and moving forwards.

I found this to be an inspiring read filled with heartwarming characters. Once I started reading I was spell-bound to read until the final page - just as if I was sitting having tea with Tabitha. Lovely!