Magnolia's Violet by Rachael K. HannahMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Magnolia'v Violet (Painting Sage) by Rachael K. Hannah is the perfect coming of age story that follows the lives of three young women, Sage, Kat, and Farrah. They couldn't be more different but the author captures their unique voices quite well as they struggle to enter adulthood in a meaningful way. The sometimes overwhelming city of New York is accurately portrayed through substantive and clever scenes, and reveals the mettle and gumption of each young character. Reflected in this book are also the complications that arise from mental illness and family dysfunction. Sage is an especially well defined character as her bipolar diagnosis neither defines her or slows her down. Family dramas, mental health, career choices, and finding your way in life are the focus here, as Hannah skillfully creates a memorable coming of age story that is both timely and noteworthy. Highly recommend.
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