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libraryofdreaming's review against another edition
Wow, this was a roller coaster of emotions!
lauraazz's review against another edition
4.0
I love reading books with deep family dinamics and this took me through a lot of feelings: anger, relief, sadness.. really enjoyed to see the focus on Anna and her transformation and it was so honest, so raw. Although I'd have liked to see more of it for Quan. The build up for his character in the series was strong but I don't feel it's accomplished what it was meant to. Nice one overall
lexlittlelibrary's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
manuelarolonrey's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.0
latestcraze's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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
4.5
skeeter4366's review against another edition
4.0
Honestly made me realize I was a dick to Van when they said they had autism.
sirrydactyl's review against another edition
5.0
This book hits HARD. Definitely be prepared to feel a whole roller coaster of emotions. If you're coming into this book expecting light hearted romance, please know that it's not. The romance is good though! And I love Anna and Quan together! This story was about 70% Anna's growth story (which I was all there for!), but I would have loved more Quan, especially at the end. I do rate this book 5 stars for not just the story, but the courage of Helen Hoang to write this partial memoir (as she explains in the author notes). Anna's growth was beautiful and Quan was perfect.
ashction's review against another edition
5.0
This was so moving! It didn't top Bride Test for me personally, but I think that this might be Helen's finest work yet.
I'm really sad she had to respond to a review that critiques how this isn't really a romance. I think that reviewer is wrong; there are so many different types of romances, and this one squarely reads like romance to me. The Heart Principle tells a story of self-love, self-acceptance, and a man happens to be a part of that journey. It's heartfelt and devastating, funny and charming, and a book that bares its' soul to readers.
I always enjoy reading Helen's books. She's a phenomenal writer and continues to grow and excel in her skills and I trust that she'll produce something beautiful. Anna's story is devastating and beautiful, and I loved seeing her growth against all the hardships in her life: the burnout, becoming a caregiver, finding a way out from masking, unraveling her true self, and coming out the other side more brave, confident, and on a path of healing. I also really appreciate Helen's transparency in how personal this book is for her. She didn't have to admit these things, but it helps humanize Anna's story even more when fiction is sometimes easy to read and set aside.
I think you should pick this book up. It may not be the romance some reviewers are wanting, but it's a complicated romance - with love, with family, with yourself - everyone needs.
I received a digital ARC of this title in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much to Berkley for providing me access!
I'm really sad she had to respond to a review that critiques how this isn't really a romance. I think that reviewer is wrong; there are so many different types of romances, and this one squarely reads like romance to me. The Heart Principle tells a story of self-love, self-acceptance, and a man happens to be a part of that journey. It's heartfelt and devastating, funny and charming, and a book that bares its' soul to readers.
I always enjoy reading Helen's books. She's a phenomenal writer and continues to grow and excel in her skills and I trust that she'll produce something beautiful. Anna's story is devastating and beautiful, and I loved seeing her growth against all the hardships in her life: the burnout, becoming a caregiver, finding a way out from masking, unraveling her true self, and coming out the other side more brave, confident, and on a path of healing. I also really appreciate Helen's transparency in how personal this book is for her. She didn't have to admit these things, but it helps humanize Anna's story even more when fiction is sometimes easy to read and set aside.
I think you should pick this book up. It may not be the romance some reviewers are wanting, but it's a complicated romance - with love, with family, with yourself - everyone needs.
I received a digital ARC of this title in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much to Berkley for providing me access!
books_w_bex's review against another edition
2.0
I want to like Hoang’s books more than I do. I appreciate the depiction of women with mental health issues. It was a bit unclear why he fell so hard for her, that was not well established. The last third got very jumpy.