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tvislife's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful story.
It follows Addie, a woman who makes a deal with a devil to escape an unwanted marriage. As part of the deal, Addie gets to live forever—but cannot be remembered by anyone (at least, that’s what she thinks).
This was so beautiful. I loved Addie, and her story. I have a soft spot for women characters that make poor “choices”, but in reality, are forced into those decisions to escape circumstances forced upon them due to their sex.
In Addie’s case, can you really blame her for making the deal? All she had to look forward to was a loveless marriage, a multitude of children and unending work, and an early death, likely by childbirth. You (and Luc) can say anything you want about how she should have known better, or that she should have known her wish would be twisted, but I think anyone in that situation would have done the same, I know I would. I wasn’t the biggest fan of Henry and his story, but I liked the way it played against Addie’s, showing how “time” changes for each character, and what each day/moment can mean.
Following Addie through time as she slowly learned the limits of her curse, and learned how to deal with it, was calming and lovely. Addie felt like a ghost drifting through much of time, and I felt like a spirit floating right along with her, just easily pulled from scene to scene, interested but nothing in the novel felt forced. This book was such an easy read and an escape, I really enjoyed the experience of listening to it.
It follows Addie, a woman who makes a deal with a devil to escape an unwanted marriage. As part of the deal, Addie gets to live forever—but cannot be remembered by anyone (at least, that’s what she thinks).
This was so beautiful. I loved Addie, and her story. I have a soft spot for women characters that make poor “choices”, but in reality, are forced into those decisions to escape circumstances forced upon them due to their sex.
In Addie’s case, can you really blame her for making the deal? All she had to look forward to was a loveless marriage, a multitude of children and unending work, and an early death, likely by childbirth. You (and Luc) can say anything you want about how she should have known better, or that she should have known her wish would be twisted, but I think anyone in that situation would have done the same, I know I would. I wasn’t the biggest fan of Henry and his story, but I liked the way it played against Addie’s, showing how “time” changes for each character, and what each day/moment can mean.
Following Addie through time as she slowly learned the limits of her curse, and learned how to deal with it, was calming and lovely. Addie felt like a ghost drifting through much of time, and I felt like a spirit floating right along with her, just easily pulled from scene to scene, interested but nothing in the novel felt forced. This book was such an easy read and an escape, I really enjoyed the experience of listening to it.
ambswds's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
norahb's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
dariamalaunt's review against another edition
5.0
This book became one of my favorites.
I don't think I've ever wanted a book NOT to end so much. I wanted it last forever.
The story is very dear to my heart, it somehow related with a lot of thoughts of mine. And I felt deeply connected with the characters and their story and I LOVED IT SO MUCH.
I just want to say that my heart&soul feel so pleased right now.
If I could give this book a million stars, I would.
For Addie and her beautiful story.
For Victoria and her amazing writing style and devotion to this book.
Thank you <3
I don't think I've ever wanted a book NOT to end so much. I wanted it last forever.
The story is very dear to my heart, it somehow related with a lot of thoughts of mine. And I felt deeply connected with the characters and their story and I LOVED IT SO MUCH.
I just want to say that my heart&soul feel so pleased right now.
If I could give this book a million stars, I would.
For Addie and her beautiful story.
For Victoria and her amazing writing style and devotion to this book.
Thank you <3
annabel_jr's review against another edition
4.0
I almost dnf'ed this bc the first two parts were, although nicely written, very slow paced and I wanted something more gripping. after about a week I picked it back up and I'm so glad I did!!!! right after where I'd stopped reading the book really picked up and I fell in love with the characters and yep I would definitely reread this, though I am very disappointed that she never ventured out of europe and north america. for someone who's whole personality is living for new things, I certainly would have expected addie to at least try venture into asia, as I think she would have adored it there.
gingerblossoms's review
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
katy_lee's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
slow-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
4.0
the_bee_who_reads's review against another edition
3.0
Took a long time to finally get into the book. Story line felt repetitive. Not a fan of the MMC. Left hanging at the end. Not a book I would recommend or has left much of an impact in my life.
ainsleysgrace's review against another edition
3.0
i would give it 3.5 if i could…. i just don’t like fantasy books and i need to learn that about myself. i thought henry’s parts were interesting but addie’s were boring and it was just a copy of the age of adaline
kmv1035's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0