Maria: A Novel of Maria von Trapp by Michelle Moran

★★★★ ☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review.
What you know is not all there is. A compelling story of love, loss, and suffering - and ultimate rescue. This is how it happened and what was retold and lost in the beloved musical The Sound of Music. 

If you like to explore what's behind the scenes, you'll enjoy this exploration of real life and drama.

A Million Skies by Abigail Alleman

★★★★ ☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review

How do you recognize your own state of mental wellness? What do you do when life - and your heart - unravels? Is there hope when you cannot cope with life? Alleman opens her heart to give readers a transparent view of suffering, delusion, and healing ... from the inside. It's an interesting story in itself.

If you're dealing symptoms of mental illness, know someone (or are caring for someone) with challenges, this will be very helpful book. Recommended.