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4.01 AVERAGE
4.01 AVERAGE
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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:
Yes
An all-around heart warming story.
Sarah Dessen has always, and will remain, a favorite author of mine.
Sarah Dessen has always, and will remain, a favorite author of mine.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Addiction, Alcoholism, Drug abuse
I picked this book as a summer read! I fell in love with the characters and the story extremely bummed that there is no epilogue, kind of felt like I got cheated out of a good ending.
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Sarah Dessen once again spins a fantastic coming of age tale with The Rest of the Story. Even as an adult, I found myself to relating to almost all of the characters at one point or another in the story. I love when the setting of a story becomes as powerful as a character, as the lake did in this book. At times funny and at others sad, this book is an excellent read for both young adults and "real" adults. It gets bonus points just for being on Lauren Graham's book list.
Sarah Dessen once again spins a fantastic coming of age tale with The Rest of the Story. Even as an adult, I found myself to relating to almost all of the characters at one point or another in the story. I love when the setting of a story becomes as powerful as a character, as the lake did in this book. At times funny and at others sad, this book is an excellent read for both young adults and "real" adults. It gets bonus points just for being on Lauren Graham's book list.
Came in expecting a summer lake romance but got more of a family focused story. It was a nice surprise! A lovely comfort read. :)
4 stars because there were a few things I wish could've happened that didn't but I still had a really good time. <3
4 stars because there were a few things I wish could've happened that didn't but I still had a really good time. <3
Was there anything I needed more in April of 2019 than a new Sarah Dessen book? No! The ultimate in comfort reads! I love all her books so much and this one is so good. I love the lakeside setting. I love the family! This book is delightful and made me so happy. If you are a Dessen fan you will love this one.
I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher via Eidelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher via Eidelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
I love this book so much!!! Everyone needs to read it. Great summer read. 5+ ⭐️’s
A nice slice of life story that provides a chance to examine social dynamics, as well as the fierceness in maintaining an independent personality.
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No