For the first third of this book, I was too preoccupied with trying to figure out the line between fact and fiction to really enjoy it. For the middle third, I had given up my constant questioning and just succumbed to the story. For the last third, I was fatigued by the sadness and negativity and mostly just wanted it to end. It may be realistic, but it's not what I typically go to fiction for. The book was incredibly well-written and thoughtful, so the rating is more a reflection of me than the book.