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The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue is an absolutely magnificent book. The way V.E. Schwab writes is enchanting, painting an entrancing story that feels like pure poetry. It is easily one of the most beautifully written stories I have ever read.

The unexpected mystery surrounding the man who finally remembers Addie adds an intriguing layer to the narrative. It keeps you engaged and wanting to uncover the truth alongside the characters.

The dual timelines in the story are so captivating that I found myself torn between them, never wanting either to end once they've started. The way the author seamlessly weaves together Addie's past and present is masterful.

While reading, I couldn't help but hold my breath, much like Addie herself, waiting for the spell to break. The constant anticipation of the curse creeping back into her life adds a sense of tension and keeps you on the edge of your seat.

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue is truly a masterpiece of literature. Despite having an ending that may not be conventionally happy and is mildly open-ended, I am left utterly speechless by how amazing this story is. It is a testament to the author's skill and storytelling ability.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who appreciates beautifully written stories that captivate and leave a lasting impact. It is a remarkable tale that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.

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iolanderose's review against another edition

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inspiring reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Incredible prose, Schwab is phenomenal at bringing places to life. From France to New York in different eras, the world's weaved feel real. Addie is perfectly flawed without being frustrating.

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helfire124's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

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guessgreenleaf's review against another edition

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dark emotional inspiring 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? Yes

5.0

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icarusandthesun's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

addie larue was okay—honestly just okay.
i like schwab's writing style a lot; i think her ideas are smart, and so are many lines in the book.
however, the book still failed to captivate me in many ways.

the characters were nice and had their fair share of depth... like, objectively, they were good characters, but i still found myself unable to 1) fall in love with them, and 2) relate to them in any way or form. i still don't feel any special attachment to any of these characters, and that, of course, took away most of the impact of the story (since it is a very character-driven one).

the plot didn't especially excite me either, except for the few end-of-chapter cliffhangers and plot-twists. the rest was all just a little meh, you know.

my verdict: a highly readable, low-fantasy book you're surely going to enjoy if you like character-driven books and a slight 'no plot, just vibes' kinda feeling.
sadly, wasn't entirely for me, though.

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