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Reviewed by Alma Boucher for Readers' Favorite
Life Between Seconds by Douglas Weissman introduces Peter Berry and Sofia Morales, who live opposite each other in a San Francisco apartment building. Peter lost his father in a car accident and his mother to a mysterious incident. Peter’s memories were of his mother’s struggle with depression following his father’s death. Sofia was happily married before her daughter disappeared during a protest in Buenos Aires. Peter and Sofia are opening up to each other by sharing their stories from the past. The neighbors have a common bond having been through so much and both suffering tremendous losses. Peter still misses his mother, while Sofia still longs for her daughter. As friends, Peter and Sofia help each other overcome the traumas and turmoil that have shaped their lives so far.
Life Between Seconds by Douglas Weissman was a slow read that was filled with emotion. It was a portrait of Peter’s and Sofia’s grief and suffering. The story was interesting, and I was intrigued from the start. It kept me guessing until the very end, and I never knew what to expect. The characters were authentic and relatable. I got to know them better through their memories. I had sympathy with Sofia for not knowing what happened to her daughter or getting closure. Weissman explores how childhood traumas and tragedies shape your adult life and have a lasting impact. The story was beautifully written and at times brought tears to my eyes. It is a tale about love, loss, grief, and finding a way forward. It will stay with me for a long time.
