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yoongoongi's review against another edition
5.0
5 Stars!
Definitely worth reading!
First of all, I would like to say that I was very happy to receive a free copy from the publisher from the First Reads program on Goodreads.com.
"I Love You More" by Jennifer Murphy had me completely immersed into the book. I fell in love with the character of 12-year-old Picasso Lane. She reminded me of my younger self: intelligent, bullied, at first a little chubby, but she rose above. She became "Super Picasso", as she said in the novel. Like Picasso, I also used to study the dictionary and try to get a special boy to like me. Also like Picasso, I too saw my father die when I was very young. All of these things made me want to root for her.
I found that the switching of perspectives in the novel helped to enrich the story and to try and see the story from all the different sides. That being said, I think that the novel had a very interesting story line and perfect timing. It was so exciting hoping that Diana, Picasso's mother, wouldn't get caught for her daughter's sake but at the same time wanting to root for Detective Kyle. I would've liked to get a chapter from Diana's point of view to help me understand that character better. The only semi-bad thing I have to say about this novel is that the wives weren't very likeable but that's not extremely important since the story is more about Picasso, who I adore.
An added little bonus near the end was a chapter from Oliver, the victim husband of the three wives. I was glad to see that in the book. It helped to explain why he was murdered. I must say that the ending completely shocked me and the truth broke my heart. This will not be a story that I forget about anytime soon and I predict it will become a best-seller.
Bravo, Jennifer Murphey, Bravo!
Definitely worth reading!
First of all, I would like to say that I was very happy to receive a free copy from the publisher from the First Reads program on Goodreads.com.
"I Love You More" by Jennifer Murphy had me completely immersed into the book. I fell in love with the character of 12-year-old Picasso Lane. She reminded me of my younger self: intelligent, bullied, at first a little chubby, but she rose above. She became "Super Picasso", as she said in the novel. Like Picasso, I also used to study the dictionary and try to get a special boy to like me. Also like Picasso, I too saw my father die when I was very young. All of these things made me want to root for her.
I found that the switching of perspectives in the novel helped to enrich the story and to try and see the story from all the different sides. That being said, I think that the novel had a very interesting story line and perfect timing. It was so exciting hoping that Diana, Picasso's mother, wouldn't get caught for her daughter's sake but at the same time wanting to root for Detective Kyle. I would've liked to get a chapter from Diana's point of view to help me understand that character better. The only semi-bad thing I have to say about this novel is that the wives weren't very likeable but that's not extremely important since the story is more about Picasso, who I adore.
An added little bonus near the end was a chapter from Oliver, the victim husband of the three wives. I was glad to see that in the book. It helped to explain why he was murdered. I must say that the ending completely shocked me and the truth broke my heart. This will not be a story that I forget about anytime soon and I predict it will become a best-seller.
Bravo, Jennifer Murphey, Bravo!
jess5021's review against another edition
2.0
There was too much going on in this book. The different narrations took away from character development that could have made it better. There was zero suspense because of the way the plot was laid out. Picasso was entertaining but I mostly skimmed her chapters because I felt like I was reading a completely different YA novel. There's a little twist at the end but nothing to compensate for the stupidity of the wives.
sdownsy's review against another edition
3.0
I would recommend this to anyone looking for a Gillian Flynn / Gone Girl-like fast but engrossing read. Loved the narrative voice of Picasso and also enjoyed the shifting viewpoints that weave the story together.
*slight spoilers*
My only complaints: the plot twist was not a shocker to me, and I could have done without the supernatural element (this was only in passing and really only the focus of 1 5-page chapter - so don't be dissuaded). But neither if these issues prevented me from thoroughly enjoying this fast read.
*slight spoilers*
My only complaints: the plot twist was not a shocker to me, and I could have done without the supernatural element (this was only in passing and really only the focus of 1 5-page chapter - so don't be dissuaded). But neither if these issues prevented me from thoroughly enjoying this fast read.
thecarmanita's review against another edition
5.0
The whole time I was listening to this I thought of the musical Chicago. This books is perfect for anyone who loves that musical, femme fatales, southern gothic stories, or coming of age stories. I highly recommend the audiobook, because listening to the characters makes it harder to keep track of them. And that confusion is a major aspect of the story and the final reveal. It's basically 'Chicago' meets North Carolina summer.
booksandbosox's review against another edition
3.0
I downloaded this audio on a whim. It was a good choice - mystery is a good genre to keep me interested while listening. Different narrators also helped keep my focus and I thought they all worked well. I did not figure out the twist until pretty far in the story, so I think that's a good sign. For me, the least interesting part was the wives' narrative - I just didn't care about their perspective as much as Picasso's or Kyle's. Pretty satisfying mystery.
marnienicole's review against another edition
4.0
Quick and engaging
Loved reading from the multiple POV and I loved Picasso as a character. This was a quick and engaging read. I was never hired. Each of the wives had a distinction and personality to them that I appreciate. And I was so engaged in the storytelling and plot that I did not see that ending coming! Will definitely read more if Jennifer's work.
Loved reading from the multiple POV and I loved Picasso as a character. This was a quick and engaging read. I was never hired. Each of the wives had a distinction and personality to them that I appreciate. And I was so engaged in the storytelling and plot that I did not see that ending coming! Will definitely read more if Jennifer's work.
merphynapier's review against another edition
4.0
Okay. This book was darn near perfect. I loved the perspective of every character. I loved the personalities of every character. I loved the plot. I loved that every sentence in this book felt intentional. I loved the entire way getting from the start to the end.
The only thing I didn't love (and the reason for taking off one star) is because I predicted the end from the very start. In fact, it was the first prediction I made and I stuck with it until the end. So it's too bad that the ending was a bit anticlimactic but I don't even mind that much because I enjoyed getting to the end so much that it was still fully worth the read.
I highly recommend.
The only thing I didn't love (and the reason for taking off one star) is because I predicted the end from the very start. In fact, it was the first prediction I made and I stuck with it until the end. So it's too bad that the ending was a bit anticlimactic but I don't even mind that much because I enjoyed getting to the end so much that it was still fully worth the read.
I highly recommend.
librarianelizabeth's review against another edition
2.0
I enjoyed disliking and complaining about this book, much more than I actually enjoyed reading it, as such.
Full review on my blog.
Full review on my blog.
theas1a4f5's review against another edition
5.0
Why is this book not more well known or popular? I stumbled onto it by accident and it was a very happy accident. I love you more than life itself! Ha! He says that to all three wives and his daughter too then one day he is dead. Who killed him? It is interesting how the very seemingly random passages about the kids rather mundane and kidlike school and boy crush life have these little messages or parallels to what her mother and the wives are thinking and feeling - that sense of love and betrayal then collusion with the other woman over your common enemy. I really enjoyed this even the parts where the kid seemed too smart with her spelling bee - we all had something to obsess over at that age.