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katejacks's review against another edition
3.0
This book was a good read but not one that totally drew me in. I liked the story. I liked the characters. I liked the book. But it didn't stand out for me. It revolves around a young couple who create a program that mimics the dead based on online communications. People who lost their loved ones can maintain relationships with the computer recreation. I'd recommend it as a light read.
julieb3a's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
2.75
The saddest part of the book is REALLY sad. Killing the best (imo) main character without ruining a book is impressive. Not my favorite of hers, but I don’t think anything Frankel writes could be bad.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
kspotts2010's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
lindsaysherman's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
emybooksandcoffee's review against another edition
4.0
Dunno why everyone judges this book so harshly. Considering the rise of AI technology the events of the book don't seem too far-fetched and the central idea of the story is totally plausible and a thing that could happen - with catastrophic consequences most probably. The characters have depth and the writing style is quirky and humorous - maybe it's not for everyone but I enjoyed it. Very underrated book.
shirleytupperfreeman's review against another edition
What an unusual premise for a story - In an effort to help comfort his new beloved after the death of her grandmother, software geek Sam Elling develops a 'virtual' copy of Meredith's grandmother. Using every bit of electronic communication (video chats, email etc) that Livvy engaged with in real life, Sam creates a virtual Livvy. Meredith and Livvy can then email and video chat forever after if they choose. Sam and Meredith and cousin Dash start a business called RePose to help those in mourning find comfort. As you can imagine, there are all kinds of interesting questions raised about life, death, love, reality and real community. The characters are great. I really enjoyed the story even though everything isn't 'happy ever after.'
sterkaim's review against another edition
Bored and didn’t care what happened next
kirkcarp's review against another edition
4.0
I am really not sure how to review this book. The characters were engaging the premise was interesting, and the writing as vivid, so I guess that makes it a good book. BUT, you really have to suspend disbelief at the premise the book proposes. I don’t want to give spoilers, but a central tenet of the book is technically impossible. If you are willing to allow that here, in this world, it is a possibility, then I think most people would enjoy this book. And we read about fairies and wizards, so I suppose we can accept a new (and frankly, out of this world) technology?