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I received this book from the publisher in exchange of an honest review.

This was such a sweet and beautiful book, at points at least. While I did love that Josy took things in her own hands and decided that enough is enough... Decided to go out and live in a camper. Explore new friends and new bonds. Exploring her freedom. Finding happiness again.
But I wasn't fully agreeing with her at points. I mean, I would have liked to see her talk to her husband, to see them discuss things, get the divorce over. Over 50% in the book Josy is exploring a new love.. and I am happy for her, but from what I know she is still together with someone (I see her wearing her wedding ring still). And that is a big no for me. Break it up fully and then explore love. Don't run away and then find a new love. Don't just dump your husband without a word. Don't go that far. I have been cheated on so I am very intolerant on cheating, and I feel that this is that.
But my heart broke when THAT happened. :( While it made me cry and made me want to shake something, I also kind of feel that it was done to give Josy that push to go back home. :|
And then that is the ending? Still nothing resolved? *sighs*

But hey, the art is gorgeous. Bless that. Aimée de Jongh did it again.

damien666's review against another edition

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emotional fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

honguan's review

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emotional medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

kaabtik's review

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funny lighthearted fast-paced

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

2.5

While I do like the theme of starting anew no matter the age or circumstance, I do think it needed to explore more on communication. I understand the "show don't tell" aspect and the vehement refusal of Josy's family however it felt a bit off. I enjoyed it, but wish the emotional aspect hit harder.

toskalou's review against another edition

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3.0

Les dessins sont si doux et beaux, mais par contre 0% plaisir à lire encore une histoire d'amour lesbienne tragique alors que le décès d'une des deux protagonistes ne sert en rien la narration.

degroot_maartje's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful inspiring sad fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

_stephp's review against another edition

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5.0

Le jour de ses soixante ans, après avoir soufflé ses bougies, Josy part de chez elle. Elle quitte son mari, ne supportant plus de vivre à côté de lui, et non avec lui, ne supportant plus cette comédie qu'elle joue pour sa famille et préserver les convenances.
Elle part vivre dans son van, et s'installe sur un parking à côté d'une jeune maman qui vit dans sa caravane.

On peut changer de vie à n'importe quel age, décider de ne plus vouloir se conformer à ce qu'on attend de nous, mais vraiment vivre pour soi. C'est une des messages de cette belle BD, toute en douceur et au trait très réussi.

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