The Space Between Time

The Space Between Time

by Charlie Laidlaw

4 out of 5

Synopsis
There are more stars in the universe than there are grains of sand on Earth...

Emma Maria Rossini appears to be the luckiest girl in the world. She's the daughter of a beautiful and loving mother, and her father is one of the most famous film actors of his generation. She's also the granddaughter of a rather eccentric and obscure Italian astrophysicist.

But as her seemingly charmed life begins to unravel, and Emma experiences love and tragedy, she ultimately finds solace in her once-derided grandfather's Theorem on the universe.

The Space Between Time is humorous and poignant and offers the metaphor that we are all connected, even to those we have loved and not quite lost.



Review
Emma's life is not easy, but she constantly finds beauty in the small things.

I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

This story follows Emma, although not always in a linear fashion.
Emma is the daughter of a famous actor; has a beautiful mother; and has a genius of a grandfather, who is either famous or infamous, depending on whom you're asking.
The big things don't matter, though. Emma observes the little things with a beauty and innocent interest. She deals with her "butterfly" mother, and meeting famous film stars, with natural acceptance.

I don't normally read Contemporary books, but this was beautifully written. I love how Emma's character is presented. Regardless of her age, she is both mature and keeps an air of innocence. There's the detachment that comes with reflection, but there are so many poignant moments. And through it all, Laidlaw weaves a subtle humour.
At it's bare bones, this is a very simple story, that loves the little things; but it is very readable.

 I really enjoyed this slow unveiling of Emma's story, and I will definitely be reading more of Laidlaw's work.


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