30 years of my life have led up to the moment I found this book. A small review cannot do such a majestic book justice. This is truly the best book I've ever read in my life. The author's talent is unmatched. The characters and story both gut you and leave you feeling warm. If I could have one wish, it would be to re-live reading this for the first time. I don't even want to read anymore because nothing will compare. What an absolute gem of a novel, sitting here still so undiscovered. It's literally criminal. Holy sh**, this book!