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A review by way2gosmartguy
Chasing Fireflies by Paige P. Horne
4.0
Chasing Fireflies by Paige P Horne is not your average love story. It is a story about Cash and Sara Williams, who have been friends their whole lives, and loved each other, as far back as they can remember. Love is not always easy, nor is life, but you have to make the most of it. Small town living is hard to keep secrets, but easy to make close friends. Sara and Cash show us you must live every day to the fullest, and show your spouse you love them with all your heart, every day. This was a hard book for me to get into, and it wasn't my favorite, but I did enjoy it. I liked the story line, and the characters, as well as the writing style. Horne is very descriptive, and I loved being able to envision the characters and the scenes. However, I felt there were parts of the story that I felt myself thinking, okay, is this scene going to be something bigger? It was written largely on every day occurrences, and not just the big picture. Which was different for me. It is not only about love, but also loss and struggles that go along with mental illness. Overall I enjoyed the book and give it a 4 star. I would read more by this author.
Sara and Cash fell in love early, and got married young, despite their parents wishes. Sara's mom is overbearing, and Cash's father wants him to follow in his footsteps. It is because of this that they move away, to make a life for themselves in another small town. Shortly after moving into town, Cash lands a job as a deputy and Sara gets a part time job in the library. It is there that they make friends that will become like family.
Sara is bipolar and has suffered her whole life with highs that get her into trouble, and lows that throw her into a depression, and wishing to end her life. Cash knows all of this, and still loves her with all his heart. However, it is hard having to watch over someone and fear leaving the house, and leaving her unattended. Over time it wears on them both, and they have learned to deal with the severe mood swings and tension. The book continues over a couple years, and touches on their close friends and their life struggles. Throughout it all, Sara and Cash are side by side and in love. But, will their love be strong enough to survive, or will Sara's mental illness become too much? Read to find out.
Sara and Cash fell in love early, and got married young, despite their parents wishes. Sara's mom is overbearing, and Cash's father wants him to follow in his footsteps. It is because of this that they move away, to make a life for themselves in another small town. Shortly after moving into town, Cash lands a job as a deputy and Sara gets a part time job in the library. It is there that they make friends that will become like family.
Sara is bipolar and has suffered her whole life with highs that get her into trouble, and lows that throw her into a depression, and wishing to end her life. Cash knows all of this, and still loves her with all his heart. However, it is hard having to watch over someone and fear leaving the house, and leaving her unattended. Over time it wears on them both, and they have learned to deal with the severe mood swings and tension. The book continues over a couple years, and touches on their close friends and their life struggles. Throughout it all, Sara and Cash are side by side and in love. But, will their love be strong enough to survive, or will Sara's mental illness become too much? Read to find out.