Theirs was the most important relationship of their life...
It was a perfect relationship until time pulled them apart. A beautiful story sensitively told about how love and friendship can conquer everything, including time, to a point.
“The Days of Our Birth” delves into the intricate bond between Peter and Sarah as they navigate their formative years. Spanning from their sixth birthday through two decades, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of Sarah’s placement on the autism spectrum. With a blend of humour and poignancy, the book intricately weaves together themes of love and friendship, unravelling the tale of two individuals who grapple with their emotions for each other, even though they remain unacknowledged.
What did I think?
This beautiful book surprised, delighted and almost broke me. I have to say that I wouldn't have picked it up simply from looking at the plain cover, however, I've read Charlie Laidlaw's books before so I knew I was in for a treat and I was not wrong. The cover may be simple but the story is very deep and meaningful.
Peter and Sarah aren't just next door neighbours, they are also the best of friends who coincidentally share the same birthday. I felt very privileged to watch them celebrate over the years as I got to know these beautiful characters. As each year passes, the two characters work their way further and further into my heart and I shall never forget them.
It's heartbreaking to see how Sarah is treated as school, just because she thinks differently to others. Kids can be so cruel and it's no wonder that people with autism retreat further into their own minds where they can make sense of things. Peter doesn't see Sarah's autism, he just sees Sarah but when Sarah is sent to a new school the pair start to drift apart. Will they ever find their way back to each other? You'll just have to read the book to find out!
I'm not ashamed to admit that I shed a tear or two whilst reading this beautiful book. I was so completely invested in Sarah and Peter's lives that I felt as if I knew them personally, thanks to Charlie Laidlaw's outstanding character development. Friendship is at the heart of the novel and once you make such a firm friendship, time or distance can never break it.
Prepare to feel all the feels with this one; The Days of Our Birth is a stunning and completely unforgettable novel. Very highly recommended - please don't judge this book by its cover, it really is a hidden gem.
Many thanks to Charlie Laidlaw for sending me an ARC to read and review; this is my honest and unbiased opinion.
My rating:
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Huge thanks...very, very grateful
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