Our Homesick Songs is a poetic story of how time and space change our lives. The tale moves slowly, switching back and forth between the 1970s and the 1990s. At its core, the book is focusing on the Connor family, who are torn between leaving their home for more stability and job opportunities, or staying behind on their beloved island.

The writing and format of this book are unique. There are long page breaks, meant to leave you contemplating the previous passage. There is also no quotations, though at some points there is dialogue. I found the story moving and heartbreaking at times, but also sometimes struggled to connect with the characters. Regardless, this book stands out to me as different from many I have read recently, and I think I will often think back on it in the future. I received an ARC of this book via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.