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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
'Afterlove' by Tanya Byrne has the most interesting premise - it is a shame that the execution is muddled into something less enjoyable than it could be. For the first 40% of the book, we follow Ash and Poppy as they fall in love. Don't get me wrong, it is a heartwarming and sweet romance but I was waiting for the more supernatural storyline to start.
This is definitely a book of two vastly different halves with the sudden shift. In the second half, Ash is tragically killed and becomes one of Brighton's reapers. There are some intriguing moments in the second half of the book, particularly regarding the rules of the afterlife and reaping. I also thought the character of Essen was a nuanced character - I appreciated her growth and how she is always honest with Ash (especially when Ash is making ridiculous decisions!).
Unfortunately, the supernatural stages of the book felt rushed. It was a good premise and sweet storyline but the uneven pacing meant the potential of the idea was left unrealised. 3 stars.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher who provided an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is definitely a book of two vastly different halves with the sudden shift. In the second half, Ash is tragically killed and becomes one of Brighton's reapers. There are some intriguing moments in the second half of the book, particularly regarding the rules of the afterlife and reaping. I also thought the character of Essen was a nuanced character - I appreciated her growth and how she is always honest with Ash (especially when Ash is making ridiculous decisions!).
Unfortunately, the supernatural stages of the book felt rushed. It was a good premise and sweet storyline but the uneven pacing meant the potential of the idea was left unrealised. 3 stars.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher who provided an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
this was insanely good like had me crying on public transport whilst reading it good
I hope this gets optioned. It's going to make a cute little indie teen drama.
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
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:
Yes
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
The fantasy elements were really underdeveloped.
Also, the book set up a bunch of relationships for the MC only to throw them away later. I wanted to see more of the family and friends in the after part.
Also, the book set up a bunch of relationships for the MC only to throw them away later. I wanted to see more of the family and friends in the after part.
emotional
reflective
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
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
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