3.91 AVERAGE


3.5 stars*** the story was beautiful and made me cry

I really enjoyed this book and even read it before ever watching the movie! This is the only time that i’ve enjoyed the movie more than the book. One of my favorites though

This story was simply beautiful. the last chapters is where it really hit home for me. I kept saying to myself "I'm not gonna cry".

But I did
emotional lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
emotional lighthearted relaxing sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Quality of writing: 4/5
Pace: 4/5
Plot development: 4/5
Characters: 4/5
Enjoyability: 4/5

Score: 4 Stars out of 5


Overview:

I knew what I was signing myself up for when I picked this up. Most of us have probably seen the movie and it’s heartbreaking. I didn’t expect any less of the book. This being my first read from this author I was pleasantly surprised at the depth of the story in such a short book. The movie has more exciting plot points that didn’t come from here but this book- it’s innocence and beauty. Something that I might expect to be somewhat boring was absolutely beautiful and I was drawn in and emotional.

The male lead, Landon could have used a little more depth but I liked him overall. I think I was expecting more of a rebel bad boy like in the movies but he’s decent. Jamie however, what a beautiful character. She’s a character I think we all know as someone in our lives that we look past. This book brought to light through her how we can better treat one another, even when it’s hard.
emotional hopeful reflective sad slow-paced

The first half of the novel I had trouble picking up the book to read it. The last half of it, I had trouble putting it down.

This book is sad. That is all. That is my commentary. If you need a good cry, this is the one for you.
emotional reflective sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes