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adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug use, Blood, Vomit, Medical content, Fire/Fire injury
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Minor: Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Toxic relationship, Blood, Vomit, Car accident, Fire/Fire injury
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Gun violence, Blood, Vomit
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I loved it. It has a similar premise to The Midnight Library but I liked it much better than ML. I really wasn’t sure how it would wrap up and I think it was the perfect ending. I loved that even though there was mention of Lauren’s “type”, by and large she didn’t have one, physically or personality wise. I think that’s a good message. I also liked how it started small and then… escalated. Would read again, may even purchase though I’m generally a library lady.
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal cruelty, Cursing, Gun violence, Infidelity, Sexual content, Blood, Vomit, Stalking, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail
All of the items listed are extremely minor and I even hesitated to put some on but if someone is triggered, I want them to know.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Gaslighting
Minor: Pandemic/Epidemic
adventurous
funny
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
SYNOPSIS
- One night, Lauren returns home to her flat in London and discovers a man who claims to be her husband.
- Despite having no recollection of him, evidence suggests they've been together for years.
- Meanwhile, Michael goes to the attic to change a lightbulb, but suddenly disappears.
- In his place, a new man appears, and a new, slightly altered life forms around Lauren.
- She soon realizes that her attic is creating an infinite supply of husbands, leaving her questioning what the right path and perfect match might be.
MY THOUGHTS
- Very unique plot. From the start, I was intrigued by what would happen. Major kudos to the author for creativity.
- Thoughtful and witty. Enjoyed the writing.
- Blends several genres (contemporary, sci-fi, literary fiction)
- Explores interesting concepts, like seemingly endless choices & overanalyzing your decisions.
- Lauren’s partner choice also impacts other areas of her life. Close friends, jobs, hobbies, decor, and all aspects of her life are different, depending on the husband that emerges from the attic.
- My only complaint is it got a bit repetitive in some sections, and I think it could’ve been shorter
TL;DR: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️one of a kind premise; good palate cleansing read.
Thanks to Doubleday Books and Netgalley for this digital ARC in exchange for an honest review. This book will be published on April 2, 2024.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content, Blood, Stalking, Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Drug use, Alcohol