by Emma Straub
Reviewed by Janet:
Astrid lives in a picturesque small town in upstate New York, and finds her world off-kilter after witnessing an acquaintance get struck by a local school bus. This event serves as a catalyst for Astrid, causing her to look back at her life, and to face her present and future with a new honesty. At the same time, her three adult children are facing other catalysts in their lives, which helps create this well-rounded and heartwarming family story about being true to yourself and being there for the people you love.