Reviews

Something to Live For by Richard Roper

naznin4nelson's review against another edition

5.0

Loved this book. Well written and balanced. Beautiful story. Can't say enough good things!

vdenison's review

emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

cynnn's review against another edition

4.0

With a smile the whole time, the plot gave me pause when I read the synopsis, but I didn’t imagine that it would go the way it did. Instead of being sad/melancholy, we’re given characters with lovely personalities met with instances beyond their control and giving us readers a good lesson in remembering what’s important in life.

casieropski's review

funny hopeful inspiring medium-paced

• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No

5.0

Easily one of my new favorite novels. I plucked this one from the library on a whim, and I won’t be able to put into words how utterly delightful it was but I will try! From the first chapter to the very last, Something to Live For was loaded with wit, humor, and the most unique plot I have read in years! Roper did an amazing job at instantly endearing the audience to Andrew (and Peggy). And, of course, the rest of this cast of characters were equally loveable in their quirkiness. I never knew what was coming next, but as it custom with a super well-written book, as soon as the scenes played out, it was clear it never could’ve gone any other way. This book made me gasp with shock, gasp with glee, and laugh the entire time. 10/10!!

redewhurst's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

sagecannon's review

emotional hopeful reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

erikapesek's review against another edition

4.0

In the same vein as Eleanor Oliohant is Completely Fine, but I much preferred this book.

bubbaandlew's review against another edition

4.0

Absolutely loved this book...until the last page. It felt like the author had a deadline and didn't take the time to think through a proper resolution. I'm not saying that everything needed to be tied up neatly with a little bow (I actually hate it when books do that, because that's not how life works), but this ending was so abrupt I got whiplash.

dbines's review against another edition

4.0

Really easy to listen to on audio book. Appreciated Andrew’s development and made me want to listen to more Ella Fitzgerald haha.

emilyjamison14's review against another edition

funny hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

The whole premise of this book was very unique and engaging. I found myself staying up late to read “one more chapter.” 
I do think the comparison to Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine makes a lot of sense, as the book is ultimately life-affirming and does focus a lot on the POV characters insecurities. 
Another comparison I would draw is to Sophie Kinsella. The humorous scenes in this book were ridiculous in the way that Sophie’s are (which I personally love) and

there’s also a miscommunication theme.

If you like her books, I think you’d enjoy this one as well.