Title: Retrieval
Author: Aly Martinez
First published September 13, 2016
202 pages, ebook
Rating: 4.26
Overview
Retrieval by Aly Martinez is a riveting tale of love, loss, and redemption. One couple’s journey to start a family is met with heartbreak and despair.
Despite their efforts and sacrifices, they are forced to bury their son and are left shattered. But when fate intervenes, they are given a second chance to reclaim what they lost.
This is a story about the power of love, and how it can conquer even the darkest moments of our lives. Join them on a journey of self-discovery and healing in Retrieval.
About the Author
Aly Martinez, a bestselling author on USA Today, originally hails from Savannah, Georgia. Currently, she resides in South Carolina with her four young children.
She’s a fun-loving person who doesn’t take herself too seriously. She enjoys indulging in cheap wine, charcuterie boards, and spends her time with her mildly neurotic golden retriever.
However, she has a dislike for pizza and ice cream, and finds it almost as challenging as writing her bio in the third person.
Aly loves to read in her free time with a super-sized tumbler of wine by her side. She’s always on the lookout for anything and everything to read.
Editoral Review
Retrieval by Aly Martinez is a heart-wrenching and emotionally charged novel that explores the themes of loss, redemption, and second chances. Martinez is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author who is known for her powerful and evocative writing style.
The novel is set in the small town of Castille, Louisiana, and follows the story of a young woman named Elisabeth Walsh, who is struggling to come to terms with the tragic loss of her husband, Roman. Elisabeth is an artist who is struggling to move on from her grief, and when she discovers that her late husband had a secret life, she embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about his past.
Retrieval is a beautifully crafted novel that is so much more than just a love story. Martinez explores the complexities of grief and loss with sensitivity and compassion, and her characters are richly drawn and multi-dimensional.
Elisabeth is a strong and compelling protagonist, and the supporting cast of characters, including her best friend Clare and Roman’s brother, are equally well developed. One of the strengths of Retrieval is Martinez’s ability to balance the emotional weight of the story with moments of levity and humor.
The novel is paced perfectly, and the plot twists and turns keep the reader engaged and invested in the outcome. Martinez also shines a light on important social issues, such as domestic violence and mental illness, and her thoughtful and nuanced exploration of these topics adds depth and complexity to the story.
The novel has a powerful message about the healing power of forgiveness and the importance of second chances. Overall, Retrieval is a masterfully written novel that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.
Martinez’s skillful storytelling and vivid prose bring the town of Castille to life, and her characters are so well-drawn that they feel like real people. This is a must-read for fans of romance, as well as anyone who appreciates a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant story.
While there are no major flaws or limitations to Retrieval, some readers may find the plot to be somewhat predictable or formulaic. Additionally, the novel’s portrayal of mental illness and domestic violence may be triggering for some readers.
Despite these minor criticisms, Retrieval is an exceptional novel that deserves to be read and savored. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a powerful and thought-provoking read that will stay with them long after the final page has been turned.
I give Retrieval a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
