About the Book:
In 1911, Mabel MacGinnis is Europe's strongest woman and has performed beside her father in the Manzo Brothers Circus her entire life. When he dies unexpectedly, she loses everything she's ever known and sets off in the company of acrobat Jake Cunningham in hope of finding the mother she thought was dead.
Isabella Moreau, America's most feted aerialist, has given everything to the circus. But age and injury now threaten her security, and Isabella, stalked by old fears, makes a choice that risks everything. Then her daughter Mabel appears alongside the man who never wanted to see Isabella again, and she is forced to face the truth of where, and in what, she derives her worth.
As Mabel and Isabella's lives become entangled beneath the glittering lights and flying trapeze of Madison Square Garden, their resiliency and resolve are tested as they learn the truth of what it means to be strong.
My Thoughts:
I loved The Weight of Air by Kimberly Duffy far more than I expected to. The prologue hooked my attention, and I would have read the story in one sitting if I had that luxury. As it happened, I delighted in returning to this novel night after night. The plot never dragged, the characters felt original, and the slow burn romance unfolded beautifully.
Kimberly Duffy, author of The Weight of Air, wove hard topics into the stories of Mabel, Jake, and Isabella. Each character had their own brokenness and each issue was portrayed with authenticity. Insecurity, female objectification, loss of a spouse, depression, aging, and financial insecurity were some of the subjects addressed within the pages. Only a handful of spiritual moments occurred amid the adversity, which may disappoint readers that favor a strong, stated Christian message. I appreciated how each character grew towards healing as well as the theme about personal empowerment. Ultimately, The Weight of Air is a story that recognizes the importance of what parents do (or do not) pass down to children.
The Weight of Air by Kimberly Duffy will be on my
list of favorite books read in 2023. I recommend this novel to readers who
enjoy character-driven stories with unique settings. Five stars!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I was provided a copy of
this book by the author or publisher. All opinions in this review are my own.
This is such a beautiful book. I just love that cover
ReplyDeleteI cannot wait to work my way down my TBR pile to this book!
ReplyDeleteIt's such a good story. I hope you'll be able to read it soon! :)
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