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Have you had your read?

Before Ever After, first novel by Filipino author Samantha Sotto.

Practically brought it with me the past days while I went about on my errands. I had it in my camera bag during an event photoshoot even if I knew I wouldn't have the time to take a peek. It was just comforting to know it was nearby. Ahihihi...

Absolutely beautiful!

Simple, easy to read. I like it as it is. No deep extensive (to the point of confusing) detailed description of places and people. Just right. Just like the way I'd like my baked cheese and egg, if by any chance the author Samantha Sotto would somehow divulge the secret ingredient...

Congratulations Ms Sotto!

Beautiful indeed!

The stories go back and forth to centuries-old goings on, to five years ago and to the now. Shelley Gallus is a young widow whose already battered soul is pushed to take the journey to Boracay, Philippines, to confront a man believed to be her (apparently not) dead husband, Max. During their long flight, she listens and shares stories with Paolo, a not so welcomed look-alike of Max (who he claims to be his ageless "Nonno"). Both on the quest for answers. There are also chickens.

Before Ever After is a breath of fresh air. Sad, funny. Light, daring to be what it is.

Congratulations Samantha Sotto!

P.S.

Please come to Cebu? Ahihihi...

(I would like to thank my husband for gifting me the book during a family weekend getaway when we swang by the bookstore...)