Similar in concept to What Alice Forgot, by Liane Moriarty, this novel takes us on the journey of a character with amnesia, this particular case brought on by a rare form of encephalitis. Joanna Luloff exhibits a smooth style of writing, and chooses to unfold this novel from the alternating viewpoint of three different characters affected by this tragic turn of events.
I was lured in from the beginning, where we meet Claire, the main character, as she delves right into her current frustrating situation. Suddenly, her husband and best friend are front and center in her life, which we soon learn is a bit of a change from her recent past. Charlie and Rachel have their own demons to deal with, when it comes to Claire and the decisions she has made throughout her life. Claire's "grab the bull by the horns" way of living has most certainly caused challenges for others. Unfortunately, she has absolutely no recollection of the damage she's done. It's within this conflict, that an enthralling story ensues, and we, as readers, are led on an intricate journey of secrets and regrets.
Stories such as these remind us of the fragile nature of our memories, and the stability that such memories provide in living a life unhindered. This particular novel lends a voice to those "what if" moments, and causes the reader to reflect on decisions made, and the lasting effect such decisions can have on oneself and others.
Remind Me Again What Happened was a simple, pleasant novel, and though I dislike using the term "beach read" -as that has different connotations for different readers- it is a novel that can be read quickly and enjoyably, without a lot of added fluff or complexity.
Many thanks to Algonquin Books and Net Galley for gifting me with this book in exchange for an honest review.
Read 6/8/18
Read 6/8/18
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