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3.39 AVERAGE
3.39 AVERAGE
I really loved the concept of the book. How Minerva – Min, the protagonist – writes an awfully long letter on’ why she broke up’ with her super-hot jerky jock boyfriend and puts everything he got her and all the items she preserved from their time together in a box.
The illustrations were incredibly beautiful.
The story in overall was good and original and it felt real. The only thing I did not like was having no clue about the movies she was referring to. At first, it was frustrating but then it all fit in place her obsession about movies and comparing them to her emotions. It was a fast pace book yet there wasn’t much surprise – it was very predictable (her best friend Al liking her and Ed cheating on her) and that’s why I gave it 3 out of 5 stars.
I really loved this description of coffee, "This is like a cookie, it tastes like a cookie having sex with a doughnut."
I was really excited to read this book, I thought the premise was different and interesting, but uh I was really wrong! The girl comes off as whiny and desperate. I hated how she got together with her ex, their relationship, and why they broke up. Someone pointed out that of course there isn't any growth in the character because it's only over a 3 month time span, but to me, that's no excuse. I expect a character to develop, even marginally. Instead, she starts and ends the book the exact same way, and therefore I couldn't connect with her or sympathize really.
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I liked the plot of the book I didn’t like the way it was written.
"It's December now, and the sky is bright, and it's clear to me. I'm telling you why we broke up, Ed. I'm writing it in this letter, the whole truth of why it happened. And the truth is that I goddamn loved you so much."
Okayyyyy. Hi. First of all, this is my favorite goddamn book of all time. Second of all, Goodreads says this is only my 3rd read but I read this for the first time in high school and read it maaany a times in the past 10 years (jesus), I'd say this is at LEAST my 10th reread. Anyways.
This is my favorite goddamn book of all time. Is it the best book of all time, nope and I'm not scared to admit it. But it is MY FAVORITE BOOK OF ALL TIME. Best book I've ever read. BEST BOOK. Because I am Min. If you want to know who I am as a person, read this fucking book. If you've ever wanted to read my diary- this book.
I feel so incredibly seen. Like Daniel Handler looked straight fucking through me and shined a light on the very heart of me. It's terrifying to think that a man can know me that well. I truly feel visceral about this book and I don't think I can even scratch the surface here.
As for an actual review, this is truly one of the most uniquely told stories I've ever read, even to this day. Daniel Handler's writing is UNMATCHED. Truly incredible. The way the story is told is so captivating and timely. Min is such a relatable (obviously) and real character and you can't help but feel for her. This book was doing things nobody else could touch back in 2011, in my opinion!
To me, this book obviously stands the test of time. It's crazy to think how attached I got even at the age of 15 when I had had little to no life experience and now, at 25, can relate even harder. To a 16 year old girl that's not scary or anything LOL. I've read many books, many I've loved, many favorites, but this will always hold that top slot. And each time I reread, I am reminded of why.
If anybody read this review, love ya! Totally just ranted but like I said, VISCERAL feelings. KBYE
First Review 12/8/2018: Always 5 stars. Finally listened to this on audio and was quoting some parts along with the narrator. My favorite book of all TIME
Okayyyyy. Hi. First of all, this is my favorite goddamn book of all time. Second of all, Goodreads says this is only my 3rd read but I read this for the first time in high school and read it maaany a times in the past 10 years (jesus), I'd say this is at LEAST my 10th reread. Anyways.
This is my favorite goddamn book of all time. Is it the best book of all time, nope and I'm not scared to admit it. But it is MY FAVORITE BOOK OF ALL TIME. Best book I've ever read. BEST BOOK. Because I am Min. If you want to know who I am as a person, read this fucking book. If you've ever wanted to read my diary- this book.
I feel so incredibly seen. Like Daniel Handler looked straight fucking through me and shined a light on the very heart of me. It's terrifying to think that a man can know me that well. I truly feel visceral about this book and I don't think I can even scratch the surface here.
As for an actual review, this is truly one of the most uniquely told stories I've ever read, even to this day. Daniel Handler's writing is UNMATCHED. Truly incredible. The way the story is told is so captivating and timely. Min is such a relatable (obviously) and real character and you can't help but feel for her. This book was doing things nobody else could touch back in 2011, in my opinion!
To me, this book obviously stands the test of time. It's crazy to think how attached I got even at the age of 15 when I had had little to no life experience and now, at 25, can relate even harder. To a 16 year old girl that's not scary or anything LOL. I've read many books, many I've loved, many favorites, but this will always hold that top slot. And each time I reread, I am reminded of why.
If anybody read this review, love ya! Totally just ranted but like I said, VISCERAL feelings. KBYE
First Review 12/8/2018: Always 5 stars. Finally listened to this on audio and was quoting some parts along with the narrator. My favorite book of all TIME
If I had a physical copy of this, there is no doubt that I would have thrown it against the wall.
Min and Ed are breaking up. So, Min is writing a letter about why they broke up to put in a box with a collection of items from their time together.
Let me tell you, I have never been so frustrated by a book so fast.
The narration took a while to get used to and I'm still not sure it's something I really enjoyed. However, it was loads better than the characters in this book. Ed was pure and utter garbage. From the first time he was introduced, I could tell he was going to act like this little POS that thought he was entitled to everything he wanted and was going to get it. Guess what? That's exactly what this garbage fire of a person did. At one point, he literally ripped a rubber band from Min's hair because he liked it better down. SHE'S COOKING YOU ASSWIPE. LEAVE HER ALONE. JUST BECAUSE YOU ARE DATING DOESN'T MEAN YOU OWN HER AND HAVE CONTROL OVER HOW SHE LOOKS ALL THE TIME.
Min was also a hot mess. Setting aside that she ignored multiple red flags from the garbage she was dating, she is one of those individuals that can't have a boyfriend and be friends with people. She dropped all her friends like they were a hot potato to focus on her disgusting boyfriend.
She made it impossible for me to have sympathy for her during this break-up. I had no sympathy and instead was rolling my eyes because she was so eager to be loved by someone like Ed that she ignored everything and jumped into a horrible relationship. I guess the positive is by the end she was admitting how dumb she was for doing that, but sweet lord.
On the positive side, the illustrations were utterly magnificent. They were beautifully done and I found myself thumbing through them multiple times, admiring their beauty. Truly wonderful.
But, that was the only thing wonderful about this book.
Min and Ed are breaking up. So, Min is writing a letter about why they broke up to put in a box with a collection of items from their time together.
Let me tell you, I have never been so frustrated by a book so fast.
The narration took a while to get used to and I'm still not sure it's something I really enjoyed. However, it was loads better than the characters in this book. Ed was pure and utter garbage. From the first time he was introduced, I could tell he was going to act like this little POS that thought he was entitled to everything he wanted and was going to get it. Guess what? That's exactly what this garbage fire of a person did. At one point, he literally ripped a rubber band from Min's hair because he liked it better down. SHE'S COOKING YOU ASSWIPE. LEAVE HER ALONE. JUST BECAUSE YOU ARE DATING DOESN'T MEAN YOU OWN HER AND HAVE CONTROL OVER HOW SHE LOOKS ALL THE TIME.
Min was also a hot mess. Setting aside that she ignored multiple red flags from the garbage she was dating, she is one of those individuals that can't have a boyfriend and be friends with people. She dropped all her friends like they were a hot potato to focus on her disgusting boyfriend.
She made it impossible for me to have sympathy for her during this break-up. I had no sympathy and instead was rolling my eyes because she was so eager to be loved by someone like Ed that she ignored everything and jumped into a horrible relationship. I guess the positive is by the end she was admitting how dumb she was for doing that, but sweet lord.
On the positive side, the illustrations were utterly magnificent. They were beautifully done and I found myself thumbing through them multiple times, admiring their beauty. Truly wonderful.
But, that was the only thing wonderful about this book.
I loved this book and haven't fallen in love with a book so hard in so long. Daniel Handler created characters that are so achingly real, flawed, and lovable that my heart was breaking while reading. I was rooting for them even though I knew that, well, they break up.
This made me mad. And made me feel hurt and betrayed, which it was meant to do, I guess. well written, and I think teens will appreciate and connect with it.
It took me 13 days to finish this book. I initially thought that I would have to break up with it, as I didn't feel a connection to Min in the beginning.
And now I'm still crying, still feeling her heartbreak over that idiotic Ed, wishing that she had seen Al in that way (mmhmm) from the beginning.
I can't conjure a coherent review; might or might not post a better one in the near future.
And now I'm still crying, still feeling her heartbreak over that idiotic Ed, wishing that she had seen Al in that way (mmhmm) from the beginning.
I can't conjure a coherent review; might or might not post a better one in the near future.
I feel as though someone followed me around in high school writing down every stupid mistake I made.
I wish I'd had this book back then. Would've saved me a lot of trouble. A lot of heartache. A lot of friends.
I wish I'd had this book back then. Would've saved me a lot of trouble. A lot of heartache. A lot of friends.
I really enjoyed this book. The idea really intrigued me at first, and I honestly loved Min's voice. I did think the plot was a bit predictable but overall it still was a really good book.