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mia_minusone
This book was pretty good. I enjoyed the message and the motif of the book and how it conveyed the main message of the book. I think the main thing in this book that put me off was the romance and how it was a bit underdeveloped and moved super fast for my liking. I did love how Libby was so different from other depictions of overweight characters with her confidence and amazing personality. It was really refreshing and I found her very relatable. However, she felt like a walking inspirational Facebook post at some points. I enjoyed the subtle 'be yourself' messages but they became a lot more in your face as the story progressed. Nevertheless, I did like Libby's character overall.
I was a bit confused with Jack’s ending and how he could spontaneously recognise Libby’s face. I understand he hit his head and maybe it triggered something. Or maybe it was because of his explanation of ‘he loves Libby so much’ but that just makes it more confusing. I don’t know, maybe that was just me that thought that. I just wish the book was extended a bit more or maybe he had the realisation earlier so it could be further explored and properly answered.
Overall, the ending of this book was underwhelming and I much prefered the romance and plot of 'All the Bright Places'.
Overall, the ending of this book was underwhelming and I much prefered the romance and plot of 'All the Bright Places'.
Honestly, I was so excited to read this book. But when I finally got around to it, I was a bit disappointed.
Alexi Hall is amazing at writing lovable main characters and portraying love between them so well. I just wish those aspects were focused on a bit more. For me, the side characters fell flat and a lot of them weren't needed for this book. Sometimes the dialogue was a bit direct and stiff and it felt hard to imagine other people talking this way to each other in real life.
Still, I loved the main romance between Luc and Oliver and just wish the book centered more on them than on pointless filler surrounding side characters that weren't that likable.
All in all, this book had its ups and downs and I completely understand why people love this book. It just wasn't for me.
(and this is going to make me look like a hypocrite but I will be reading Husband Material, lol)
Personally, I don't feel like Luc and Oliver's fake relationship was built up enough. I was really expecting some more witty banter and snarky comments and was a bit disappointed with Luc kind of fell instantly in love with Oliver after hating him for so long.
All this being said, I loved the ending to this book; the romance, the confession, the admitting to mistakes, and apologizing. It's the ending that I really needed to make sure this book wrapped up nicely in my opinion. And I also loved how the book kept me on the edge until the very last chapter. I wish the rest of the book made me feel as good this last scene did.
Alexi Hall is amazing at writing lovable main characters and portraying love between them so well. I just wish those aspects were focused on a bit more. For me, the side characters fell flat and a lot of them weren't needed for this book. Sometimes the dialogue was a bit direct and stiff and it felt hard to imagine other people talking this way to each other in real life.
Still, I loved the main romance between Luc and Oliver and just wish the book centered more on them than on pointless filler surrounding side characters that weren't that likable.
All in all, this book had its ups and downs and I completely understand why people love this book. It just wasn't for me.
(and this is going to make me look like a hypocrite but I will be reading Husband Material, lol)
All this being said, I loved the ending to this book; the romance, the confession, the admitting to mistakes, and apologizing. It's the ending that I really needed to make sure this book wrapped up nicely in my opinion. And I also loved how the book kept me on the edge until the very last chapter. I wish the rest of the book made me feel as good this last scene did.
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated