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jenhurst's review
2.0
I really wasn’t expecting much since nothing about the synopsis seemed interesting but it’s been getting lots of hype so I figured I’d pick it up. I think it was fine. The writing was good, it was a short and quick summer read but it’s just not my kind of book.
chloeh24's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
ktenango's review
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
spatterson12's review against another edition
4.0
Katy lost the love of her life — her mother. The woman who had all the answers, the woman who she couldn’t imagine life without. Katy hasn’t cried since her death and is learning to process the grief.
Carol had always talked fondly of her time in Italy, so Katy surprised her with plane tickets to celebrate her 60th birthday. When Carol passes, Katy chooses to still take the trip — to honor her mother’s memory and find space to sort her feelings about her marriage and her career. She also contemplates what active role she plays in the choices she’s made throughout life.
While there, Katy befriends two other travelers who unexpectedly play a larger role in her future while helping her unravel her past. All while exploring the beautiful cities and waters of Italy.
Bonus: any book that opens with a Gilmore Girls quote is a win for me. It’s pulled from S7, when Lorelei realizes Rory is leaving much earlier than expected to travel cross country for her first real job. They have an inseparable bond that hasn’t been tested this way before.
Also, love a Pure Barre reference as Katy identifies there’s one right around the corner from where she lives. ❤️
Carol had always talked fondly of her time in Italy, so Katy surprised her with plane tickets to celebrate her 60th birthday. When Carol passes, Katy chooses to still take the trip — to honor her mother’s memory and find space to sort her feelings about her marriage and her career. She also contemplates what active role she plays in the choices she’s made throughout life.
While there, Katy befriends two other travelers who unexpectedly play a larger role in her future while helping her unravel her past. All while exploring the beautiful cities and waters of Italy.
Bonus: any book that opens with a Gilmore Girls quote is a win for me. It’s pulled from S7, when Lorelei realizes Rory is leaving much earlier than expected to travel cross country for her first real job. They have an inseparable bond that hasn’t been tested this way before.
Also, love a Pure Barre reference as Katy identifies there’s one right around the corner from where she lives. ❤️
julesmv's review
4.75
Such a cute read!!!! The concept of love and loss and new discovery is right up my alley! Also the imagery was stunning… I need to visit positano, Italy.
jesslojo's review
3.0
I’m going to start off by saying all my favorite things about this book. Sterle’s choice of setting and the way she describes Italy’s, Positano *chefs kiss*. The cover of this book is also gorgeous, and I’m very much someone who will read/buy a book because of its cover (which can sometimes -this book- bite me in the ass)
Now onto why I gave this book three stars. I really didn’t care for the story line much. Not saying it was awful, I think the book was well written I just think didn’t connect with the book the way I thought I was going to. Being Italian and also having my mother as one of my best friends I really thought this would be a slam dunk for me. I was not a huge fan of the main character and the way in which she processed her grief. The book gave off “Eat, Pray, Love” vibes with a little sprinkle of magical realism. Idk it just didn’t do it for me
Now onto why I gave this book three stars. I really didn’t care for the story line much. Not saying it was awful, I think the book was well written I just think didn’t connect with the book the way I thought I was going to. Being Italian and also having my mother as one of my best friends I really thought this would be a slam dunk for me. I was not a huge fan of the main character and the way in which she processed her grief. The book gave off “Eat, Pray, Love” vibes with a little sprinkle of magical realism. Idk it just didn’t do it for me
slrsphr's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
3.0