The Things We Carry (The Town, #1)

I love the back and forth between not only Lauren and Evie but before, now, and after. With the banter it makes this an engaging and quick read. Lauren's life is displayed more than Evie which I would have enjoyed a bit more of Evie or the kids banter. Lauren was a very relatable character and growing up with the trauma she did and the fact that money really can be power makes it easier to understand why she is the helicopter mom and overall controlling person she became. My heart broke for Piper the second daughter but also cheered for her not being in the spotlight of chaos. Evie is a beautiful character in the story line. Her simple nature, love of her family and friends, along with the desire to protect makes her the perfect friend, neighbor, mother and wife. ❤️ 4 ⭐'s