This book reminded me of another I read in 2023, _𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐢𝐟𝐞_ by 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐀𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧, and I couldn't help but notice the striking similarities between the two. While I thoroughly enjoyed this novel, there were certain aspects that left me feeling somewhat perturbed, particularly the bride's treatment by her own family, especially her mother, and the intense public scrutiny she faced on social media and beyond - it honestly irked me.
Nevertheless, I was deeply invested in the Female Main Character's(𝐑𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐧)journey of self-discovery and growth. I adored how the family she married into showered her with love and acceptance. Despite the challenges portrayed in the novel, my biggest takeaway would be the importance of 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 with 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 and 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, regardless of their social standing. We're all human, navigating our own struggles, and deserving of grace. I absolutely loved 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐬' character - his maturity, gentleness, and open-mindedness towards his wife were truly endearing. He undoubtedly stole the show as my favorite character in this book.