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This Is How It Always Is
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I am so glad I read this book! I loved the writing style---it felt almost lyrical at times. The characters were likeable and I felt invested in their joys and struggles. I was completely taken by the love story between Rosie and Penn (Mom and Dad) and enjoyed the way they way they worked together even when things got a bit rough and they didn't completely see eye to eye. The fairy tale that is woven into the story is quite charming and creative. If you want the opportunity to go along for the ri ...more
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This book was so well written! Recommend 1000000 times.
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