Review: Refreshing & Pleasurable
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 14, 2013
Bring Me Sunshine is about Daisy, who has a forgetful father and an imaginative little brother. Although she's only fifteen years old and already dealing with life as a teenager, Daisy is forced to sometimes act as the adult of her family. Not only does she take care of her brother Sam, but she has to clean up after her father. And not just dirty dishes. Because of his forgetfulness, we see him forget to pick Sam up from school and leave the tub's water running til it practically floods the bathroom. Everything in Daisy's life seems to be going downhill. Her dad's condition seems to be getting worse, putting more responsibilities on her plate. She even had to give up her passion of drumming, despite how talented she was. When things begin to spiral out of control, hope enters in the shape of an old friend, Dylan. He has bigger and better plans and intends to take Daisy right along with him.This book is quite refreshing. It steers away from what has become normalcy in today's fiction and focuses more on family dynamics. Daisy's character is one that will warm the heart of any reader. She has an unconditional love for her family and does everything in her power to keep that family together. Her relationship with Sam is absolutely precious, something that's often rare to see. She goes above and beyond to ensure that he has a happy and secure home life. She is the perfect big sister. Another notable factor is that the author incorporates music into every chapter, which I found most appealing. The journey you go on with Daisy, with both her family and with Dylan, is enjoyable. You'll find yourself waiting for that beacon of hope, waiting for the good to come. Overall Bring Me Sunshine is, without a doubt, a pleasurable read!