- This is atypical Amish fiction. It is a novel with Amish characters, but it does not follow the formula for the genre of Amish romance fiction as it totally lacks romance.
- The main character of this novel is an Amish man who seeks to make sense of the disorder he sees around him as mainstream US society collapses.
- Overall, this is an enjoyable read that tells a common post-apocalyptic story in a fresh way.
- Katsu retells the Donner Party expedition with a paranormal twist.
- Interestingly the paranormal twist is used to side-step the most defining element of the Donner Party, cannibalism.
- Overall, this is an intriguing tale, even if it somewhat minimizes the horror that was the Donner Party.
- This novel is told from two points of view, a divorced husband and wife.
- Music is a theme throughout the novel. Lovers of music will especially enjoy the novel.
- This novel details the rapid and painful physical decline of ALS. The disease is the most striking element of the novel.
- This is a new adult novel about loss and unexpected pregnancy.
- The main character's indecision is the driving character decision in the novel.
- I enjoyed this novel, even with its slow pace.
