The Everyday And Faraway - Blog Tour

 

Author: Jacqueline Jones

Publisher: One World Publications 

Publishing Date: 1st May 2025 

Many thanks to the publishing team and Random Things Tours for my copy of the book and a spot on the tour

Blurb 

Ernie has had three grand passions in his long his dear wife Phyllis, a vintage Norton Dominator motorcycle, and his mini-me son, Stephen. Now, as dementia overwhelms Ernie and takes away everything he can remember about the everyday, memories of those far away times remain crystalline and cherished.

His granddaughter Nina, seventeen, is equally at odds with the everyday. Excluded from college for her lack of concentration, it seems a job in her mother’s greengrocers is the best life can ever offer. Endless time stretches bleakly ahead, yet Nina feels she can barely make it to the end of each day.

Until, that is, Nina stumbles upon a surprise which, it turns out, can save both Ernie and herself…

My Thoughts 

How lovely is this book cover!

The author did a fantastic job in talking about Dementia but being sensitive to the topic. This was such an emotional read. 

 I felt that this was Ernie's story and his chapters were in 1st person. This meant we really got to know and understand who he was as a person and how he trying his best to remain in the present and cherish and make new lasting memories. 

The 3rd POV are from the other characters that revolve around Ernie. Likewise some were enjoyable to read and likeable, however some not so much which made this more realistic about peoples traits in reality. 

We do get a dual timeline from past to present which helps the plot and understanding the characters. 

The relationship development with Ernie and Nina was enjoyable to read and even though there is an age gap it showed how much knowledge and stories they shared together. Nina struggles with ADHD and she is trying to navigate her symptoms whilst living her life which holds its own challenges. 

Many topics were discussed with the story such as: dementia, relationships, emotional struggles, loss, grief and love. 

An emotional read that touches on love, friendship and hope.