Official Review: Pressing Flowers by Katie Blanchard

juliusotieno02 · Post by **juliusotieno02** » 02 May 2019, 09:53

Your review nearly got me crying, i wonder what the book would do. This looks like a really emotional story though i've not finished reading it. Thanks for such a review.

Erick Muyesu · Post by **Erick Muyesu** » 02 May 2019, 09:57

If you have ever lost a loved one, any genre that tries to remind you of your loss will always give you memories of what you went through." I nearly drowned in a river of tears while reading this story". Sums it all. Thank you for your elaborate review. Congratulations to the author.

jemgirl202 · Post by **jemgirl202** » 02 May 2019, 10:04

This book sounds like a heartbreakingly beautiful read. This book has death and grief at the forefront and that is so important and I am glad the author handles the emotions of the characters well. Congrats on the book of the day! Great review.

Amy+++ · Post by **Amy+++** » 02 May 2019, 10:05

The main character sounds so depressed and sad. I feel bad for her, it almost seems real. I didn't think I would like this book, but I am reconsidering. Thanks for the great review, I'm glad you enjoyed the book.

ObsessedBookNerd · Post by **ObsessedBookNerd** » 02 May 2019, 10:06

Based on the review I don’t think that this book is something that I would enjoy reading. I don’t like stories about death and loss. I also don’t want to read about grief or depression. I will pass on reading this book.

cpru68 · Post by **cpru68** » 02 May 2019, 10:09

The sample pages grabbed me, and your review has convinced me to read this. I felt like this character was real, and your review makes it sound like the author did a great job on the storyline. I can’t wait to find out what those ten things are to keep her daughter. Great job on this! I will get the Kleenex box!

simplysara · Post by **simplysara** » 02 May 2019, 10:12

The last book that made me "ugly cry" was The Fault In Our Stars. I've added Pressing Flowers to my TBR list as it sounds like it will result a good cleansing cry!

Ellie Gatillo · Post by **Ellie Gatillo** » 02 May 2019, 10:13

Losing people you care the most is heartbreaking. I know how hard it can be for those left behind to continue living after the loss. Thank you so much for sharing this. I will definitely bump this up in my reading list.

Post by **Theresa Moffitt** » 02 May 2019, 10:14

This sounds like and interesting story about surviving grief and finding purpose in your life again after suffering such a loss. This was a very informative review

María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda · 02 May 2019, 10:15

This isn't a fast-paced, thrilling story, so if you like a really action-packed novel, this isn't it. But it is a page-turner in its own right, as it is so engaging that you find yourself needing to see how Miriam's story ends up. If you want a story that completely pulls you in and makes you feel all the feels, Pressing Flowers will do just that.

I gave Pressing Flowers 4 out of 4 stars. This is Blanchard's debut novel, and she exploded out of the gate with a winner. I really enjoy a character-driven story that makes you feel completely invested in the protagonist. I look forward to seeing what else Blanchard will do, and her first book really deserves to be read. Just make sure to have the tissues nearby when you do.

I absolutely love personal narratives and character-driven novels. When the protagonist is well-developed I can get completely invested in these stories. I can't possibly imagine how shattering losing my husband would be! Can't wait to read this book. Great review, thanks!

cindyr2416 · Post by **cindyr2416** » 02 May 2019, 10:15

Sounds like a very heart and gut wrenching story. Not only are you able to take in the sadness of the character then you have to pull yourself out to keep her daughter. Make me think really hard and question would I Be able to make it through a situation like that. I will definitely be reading this book.

Bluebird03 · Post by **Bluebird03** » 02 May 2019, 10:17

What a heartbreaking story about one's worst nightmare! I am curious about her mother's list and what she had to accomplish to keep custody of her daughter....hope that it worked! Thank you for your lovely review.

Nana-Cakes · Post by **Nana-Cakes** » 02 May 2019, 10:18

This books is a tear jerker for sure. For anyone who has ever loved and lost, just loved, or just lost, this book has a way of touching those parts of you. For me, it felt like I was in the room with Miriam, struggling with the grief that wrapped around both of us.
It is rare for a novel to get me so in my feelings, and therefore this one is special to me. Thanks to the author for portraying such raw and vivid emotions about something we will all have to experience at some time or another, in some way or another.

Michgal 32 · Post by **Michgal 32** » 02 May 2019, 10:19

Grief is something that many people can't deal with and most of the time they need a lot of help. Great review.

Miss_BeckyG · Post by **Miss_BeckyG** » 02 May 2019, 10:21

It is never easy to move on from the loss of a loved one. Especially if it s someone you consider a pillar in your life. Miriam's story is encouraging and inspiring. It is also relatable and that makes Blanchard a winner for me. She writes the raw emotion that you can feel it. You feel Miriam's courage and you become part of her story. Great job.