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3.12 AVERAGE
3.12 AVERAGE
I liked the beginning of the story, the intense friendship between the two characters. I thought the friendship would become too intense or the characters would become manipulative and the story would be a bit more sinister which I was hoping for but instead it became more preachy about the importance of loving yourself which I didn't like very much.
emotional
reflective
fast-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
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Quick short story about a friendship gone wrong. This story is more about the importance of mental health and growth than the friendship portrayed. Seeing the main character's growth and healing is inspiring. Good read.
emotional
reflective
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This short story was ok. It came across a bit simplistic and “easy” to me to be honest.
"It’s such a gift of aging, if we’re lucky, to learn to listen to that quiet voice inside[...]"
What a delightful and unexpected short story!
The emotion that Green is able to pack into such a short read is extremely enjoyable. This quick read is impactful, entertaining, and the perfect length for a sweet read.
What a delightful and unexpected short story!
The emotion that Green is able to pack into such a short read is extremely enjoyable. This quick read is impactful, entertaining, and the perfect length for a sweet read.
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fast read but felt like an article in a magazine
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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
Lucy feels like she's recovering from her divorce well and when she meets Elle they connect instantly. Yes, Elle is younger, but they have similar passions and quickly become enmeshed in each others lives. But as they start attending larger social events with other people a crack in their friendship and an even deeper betrayal is revealed. Will their new friendship be able to survive?
The line "I don't think I can have someone in my life who's even capable of treating people the way you treated me" really resonated me with regards to what can happen when friendships go awry.
The line "I don't think I can have someone in my life who's even capable of treating people the way you treated me" really resonated me with regards to what can happen when friendships go awry.