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lostcupofstars's review
It was dragging so I flicked through. It doesn’t seem like Anush really learns anything lol and I cba to read another 250 pages
stillthinking72's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
cjbooks1997's review
3.0
I'm not sure what to think of this. Sure, the main themes of growing up and maturing are present but I don't think the main character learns from any of her life experiences??
holls_marie28's review
lighthearted
medium-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
3.0
This has been on my TBR for a while now. It was an interesting read- I especially liked the parts where she did some introspection and did things to make herself happy- like her friendship with Imogen and buying a yoga studio. I will say there were parts where I didn't really understand the conflict- like why her friends were so mad at her when she went on her trip abroad after constantly telling her she never does anything for herself.
carleeiigh's review
5.0
Woman coming to terms that her life is not what she wants - but she also doesn't really know what she wants! She can be immature at times, and it's a slow progress, but after so long you understand what she does each time.
kdhanda's review
1.0
Enjoyed the last book by Lalli so picked this one up thinking it would be a light read. However, this book is painful to read. Anu, a thirty something married mother of a child, needs to find herself and proceeds to walk out on her husband and indulges in a series of rash one night stands and affairs. While the route of self discovery is a noble one, the writing is utter chaos and Lalli goes back and forth in time without any structure. I finished this book since I had nothing else to read and libraries are closed due to the virus. Would not recommend this book, go out and take a walk instead
katemc's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? Yes
3.75
I think my favorite contemporary romance subgenre is the one where the main plot is the lead just figuring her life out. The two Lallis I’ve read so far are great examples!! I love a story about a woman trying to figure out who she is, how to balance all the competing forces we’re meant to deal with, and how be a good friend/mother/daughter.
Anusha was a really lovely person to spend time with and even though a lot happened in book (a bit scattered!) I enjoyed seeing her come into herself as an adult and as an individual. The characters and their dynamics were definitely the strongest part of the book for me.
It is a second chance romance and so reminded me of You Deserve Each Other a bit in Anusha being caught up in her own shit and resentment so pushing Neil away. But I think where this one fell short for me in the reconciliation was addressing the problems Anusha had with Neil as a partner. While it was wonderful that they remembered why they loved each other and what good people both of them are at heart, I was disappointed he never apologized for the role he played in making her life miserable. I definitely got the whole “she took things for granted” thing/implication it might not have been as bad as she thought (and appreciated her growth in recognizing her role) but I wanted more in terms of him realizing he needed to be a better partner to her as well.
Anusha was a really lovely person to spend time with and even though a lot happened in book (a bit scattered!) I enjoyed seeing her come into herself as an adult and as an individual. The characters and their dynamics were definitely the strongest part of the book for me.
It is a second chance romance and so reminded me of You Deserve Each Other a bit in Anusha being caught up in her own shit and resentment so pushing Neil away. But I think where this one fell short for me in the reconciliation was addressing the problems Anusha had with Neil as a partner. While it was wonderful that they remembered why they loved each other and what good people both of them are at heart, I was disappointed he never apologized for the role he played in making her life miserable. I definitely got the whole “she took things for granted” thing/implication it might not have been as bad as she thought (and appreciated her growth in recognizing her role) but I wanted more in terms of him realizing he needed to be a better partner to her as well.
mmehra606's review
emotional
lighthearted
medium-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
4.0
bookobsessedmommy's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
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? Yes
3.75
I'm a bit torn on this one. While I enjoyed the storytelling immensely, I constantly was baffled by her reasoning (or lack thereof). She so wishy washy and sure then unsure of herself. I totally identify with certain aspects of the story, but other parts seem completely asinine. And the fact that she lashes out whenever someone points this out is so frustrating. And while I'm a big fan of happy endings, I felt like this story left too much on the table. What's the deal with Jenny? How does Anu 'complete' the list? Where is all this money from that she suddenly has to buy a yoga studio, fly last minute to and from England, and support regular life on a PART TIME nursing salary? Maybe I'm being nit picky, but this stuff bothered me.