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4.17 AVERAGE
4.17 AVERAGE
Cute! But I think they could’ve done more bc it was an interesting premise
After reading the first couple of chapters of this book, I wasn’t sure I’d want to continue. Clover was such a quiet, introverted character, so full of her own sadness, yet still so kind and empathetic. I’m glad I stayed with it, though. I loved watching Clover open her heart and her mind, and it turned out to be a very beautiful and sweet story.
In a world where it seems that the most popular books are those that are fast-paced and highly saturated, it’s important to remember that there are significant books that are slow and soft and worthwhile too.
This is one of those books. Don’t get me wrong: It still has a compelling plot. It still has big emotions, but it’s not shoved into your face and down your throat.
I love that this book had hints of romance, but it wasn’t the primary plot line. I love that it flipped the script and looked at life through the lens of death, not as something to be feared, but as something to be respected as a sign of a life well-lived.
There were a few moments where some of the actions had me questioning their probability, but in all, those moments were greatly overshadowed by the beautiful themes and feelings that this book gives birth to.
This is one of those books. Don’t get me wrong: It still has a compelling plot. It still has big emotions, but it’s not shoved into your face and down your throat.
I love that this book had hints of romance, but it wasn’t the primary plot line. I love that it flipped the script and looked at life through the lens of death, not as something to be feared, but as something to be respected as a sign of a life well-lived.
There were a few moments where some of the actions had me questioning their probability, but in all, those moments were greatly overshadowed by the beautiful themes and feelings that this book gives birth to.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
5 Stars • The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer is about Clover Brooks, a death doula in NYC who helps dying people while collecting their regrets. Her work with an elderly woman named Claudia forces her to face her own isolated life, past losses, and fears, leading her to new relationships and a chance to embrace living fully.
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#Bookish #TheCollectedRegretsOfClover #MikkiBrammer
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
Didn’t expect the love triangle (-ish) and never thought she would choose the SL guy.
Also, Leo - 😫💔
Also, Leo - 😫💔
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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:
Yes
I originally gave it 4 but have not been able to stop thinking about it, so it deserves the 5.
Oh my gosh, this book was so good! It was a detour from my normal reading and I’m so glad I took it. It is deep, poetic, vulnerable, and it made me genuinely reflect on the gift of my own life. My heart is aching after finishing it.
I would definitely recommend this, especially if you like literary fiction. I didn’t think I was into the genre, but I enjoyed this far more than I thought I would.
Oh my gosh, this book was so good! It was a detour from my normal reading and I’m so glad I took it. It is deep, poetic, vulnerable, and it made me genuinely reflect on the gift of my own life. My heart is aching after finishing it.
I would definitely recommend this, especially if you like literary fiction. I didn’t think I was into the genre, but I enjoyed this far more than I thought I would.