A review by ccelvensmith
Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple

5.0

i just wanted to read a lighthearted/silly book but the sweetness and empathy with which semple treats every single character overwhelmed my heart. it’s just full of so much nuance and i have such a soft spot for books that treat kids as people. i love that things go from misinterpretation to empathy. i love that the characters grow TREMENDOUSLY but also very naturally. i think we can all learn something about forgiveness and tenderness and faith and love from this book. big heart :)