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The Notebook

Nicholas Sparks

3.76 AVERAGE

emotional

demolitionreader's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH

apparently, nicholas sparks is not for me.

the writing style itself was not bad compared to some of the more contemporary romances, i could not say the same for the plot: the structure is weird and confusing and the story drags and drags and nothing really happens . . i had a feeling this was a dnf about one chapter in, but I waited around to give it another chance, but my instincts did not disappoint and I dnf-ed at about 30%.

honestly if you want to read a romance, there are so many other better romances that are more entertaining and well-written in terms of structure and plot to choose from, not to mention classics of the english language. and as cliché as it to hate on a popular thing, I genuinely do not understand why the notebook would be loved by so many readers
emotional medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

It was a cute book. It was kind of slow at parts but their love story at the end does make you tear up. I just didn't like that at the end they have sex? Like is that what happened? It was unclear and honestly felt off for me. 

This book was sweet:) I am glad that Noah and Allie got married and grew old together. Just the ending i wanted!!!!
emotional hopeful lighthearted sad fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
hopeful lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

One of the best love stories of all time in my opinion. You have to read this book at least once in your life. It's amazing.
emotional medium-paced
adventurous emotional funny hopeful reflective sad fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
emotional sad fast-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