About Grace by Anthony Doerr


Though it took me longer to read this book than my usual reading time, I very much enjoyed the story. It felt like sitting down to hear about David's adventures through life every time I started reading. My heart ached for him and I wanted to shake him alternately throughout the book. That's the genius of a well-developed character.

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