At first this book was annoying. The characters are stubborn to their own detriment. They are paralyzed by the inability to make the right (personal) decision. They felt weak. 

Then I realized they are like normal people. How many times did you talk yourself out of something small or big? How many times did a colleagues opinion of you / your work have more weight than it should?

I ended up not being able to stop listening to this book. I brushed my teeth to it, knitted with it, got dressed after swimming with it. 

It is hopeful. And it’s come to me at a complicated time in my own life. 

It’s a beautiful reminder to set fear aside, knowing things may not go your way, and to say yes a little more. 

Also - finally - someone else who is so allergic to insect bites they swell and get hives!