Eudora is not quite well, in fact, and is ready to check out and is making plans to do so. Maybe the ticker is getting a little weak, or she’s just tired of being here. By planning her own exit on her own terms, she feels in control of what has been a somewhat disappointing and lackluster life experience. Frankly, she has no reason to stay, at least in her mind, so why not take charge of her terms for departure from this life.

That is, until the new neighbors arrive. Maggie, Rob and 10 year old Rose move in, and Eudora’s life changes. Gradually, what was a lackluster life takes on new meaning and purpose. More friends are made, rituals established and important moments happen, and that exit plan becomes less attractive. But will stubborn and determined Eudora stick to her plan?

This book came along at just the right moment for this reader. A good cry, a reminder of the preciousness and beautiful moments that can be found, and a satisfying ending all were presented here. The author doesn’t work to make the characters likeable. Frankly Eudora is an old curmudgeon who isn’t the typical sweet little old lady. Rose on the other hand, sees the value and uniqueness before the reader does. And so Rose leads the way, pulling us all toward deeper appreciation for our neighbors and life itself.

Thank you to NetGalley and Annie Lyons for this delightful story. Definitely a bright spot in an otherwise bleak 2020.

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