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alexismeyer's review against another edition
3.0
Felt similar to the Midnight Library, but not quite as good. 3.5⭐️
smalltowngirl25's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
coronationcorgi's review against another edition
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
smaloney's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
emrose023's review against another edition
3.5
I’m not a romance reader, this was for a book club. That said, aside from the romance story, this book had some good surprises and I liked the alternating storylines.
callienicole's review against another edition
2.0
I picked up this book because I heard it referenced in a couple podcasts. I'm finding I need a better format for reviews of secular fiction because there are always things I like and things I don't, so let's break it down, shall we?
Plot: This book follows Hannah, who moves back home and sees an old boyfriend at a bar. He offers to drive her home, and from there the book splits off, telling us two different directions her life could take based on this one decision. I thought the concept sounded interesting, and it didn't disappoint. I enjoyed the overall story.
Writing: Just meh. This is not great literature here.
Characters: I have to say, the main character embodies everything that is wrong with my generation. She's around 30 and has no direction, no plan for . . . anything. I wanted to tell her to grow up a little. But she was also fun and lovable, so there's that.
Language: Some casual cussing, several misuses of Jesus name, and several f-bombs. I never appreciate bad language, but even if I didn't mind I would say it felt jarring because it didn't even fit the general tone of the book. Minus one star.
Sex: This book is definitely not coming from the viewpoint of a high moral standard. Which I expected, but still minus one star. Sexual relationships are referenced in the plot throughout the book, not explicitly. But there was one crude conversation related to man parts. Also some joking about becoming lesbian.
Politics: Spoiler ahead. The main character finds out she is pregnant, and I really thought the book would stay apolitical at first. Her best friend was supportive and Hannah makes plans for being a single mother. But then they had to put in a line about 11 weeks being early, and she had "options" - to which the main character talks about being pro-choice. This was disheartening and inaccurate. 11 weeks is NOT early, the baby is fully formed at this point in pregnancy, and the "option" they referenced is to rip that baby apart with a suction abortion. I just hated that they had to include inaccurate pro-choice talking points in there. It was unnecessary and upsetting. Minus one star.
I mostly skimmed after that. Like I said, I enjoyed the story overall, and I still thought the concept was really interesting, but I wasn't pleased with a lot of the actual content.
Plot: This book follows Hannah, who moves back home and sees an old boyfriend at a bar. He offers to drive her home, and from there the book splits off, telling us two different directions her life could take based on this one decision. I thought the concept sounded interesting, and it didn't disappoint. I enjoyed the overall story.
Writing: Just meh. This is not great literature here.
Characters: I have to say, the main character embodies everything that is wrong with my generation. She's around 30 and has no direction, no plan for . . . anything. I wanted to tell her to grow up a little. But she was also fun and lovable, so there's that.
Language: Some casual cussing, several misuses of Jesus name, and several f-bombs. I never appreciate bad language, but even if I didn't mind I would say it felt jarring because it didn't even fit the general tone of the book. Minus one star.
Sex: This book is definitely not coming from the viewpoint of a high moral standard. Which I expected, but still minus one star. Sexual relationships are referenced in the plot throughout the book, not explicitly. But there was one crude conversation related to man parts. Also some joking about becoming lesbian.
Politics: Spoiler ahead. The main character finds out she is pregnant, and I really thought the book would stay apolitical at first. Her best friend was supportive and Hannah makes plans for being a single mother. But then they had to put in a line about 11 weeks being early, and she had "options" - to which the main character talks about being pro-choice. This was disheartening and inaccurate. 11 weeks is NOT early, the baby is fully formed at this point in pregnancy, and the "option" they referenced is to rip that baby apart with a suction abortion. I just hated that they had to include inaccurate pro-choice talking points in there. It was unnecessary and upsetting. Minus one star.
I mostly skimmed after that. Like I said, I enjoyed the story overall, and I still thought the concept was really interesting, but I wasn't pleased with a lot of the actual content.
sonjiaaabooks's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
kayleighmariee's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
After reading the seven husbands of Evelyn Hugo, I decided to read another TJR book and I was not disappointed.
It puts life into perspective that each choice can play out in infinite ways, but ultimately what is right for you, won’t pass you by. Highly recommend
It puts life into perspective that each choice can play out in infinite ways, but ultimately what is right for you, won’t pass you by. Highly recommend