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344 pages • first pub 2019 (view editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781409185604
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Edition Pub Date: Not specified
Something to Live For by Richard Roper is ideal for readers seeking a heartfelt blend of humor and poignancy, exploring themes of loneliness and connection through flawed yet endearing characters navigating second chances.
Description
A darkly funny and life-affirming debut novel for readers of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine the story of one man who is offered a second chance at life and love when he develops an unexpected friendship--if he can expose the white lie he told...
Community Reviews
Moods
emotional: 73%
hopeful: 57%
funny: 52%
reflective: 47%
sad: 36%
lighthearted: 32%
inspiring: 22%
dark: 18%
tense: 6%
challenging: 4%
adventurous: 3%
mysterious: 3%
relaxing: 3%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Suicide attempt, Death, Suicidal thoughtsModerate
Alcoholism, Death of parent, AbandonmentMinor
Child abuse, Cancer, Drug use344 pages • first pub 2019 (view editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781409185604
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Edition Pub Date: Not specified
Something to Live For by Richard Roper is ideal for readers seeking a heartfelt blend of humor and poignancy, exploring themes of loneliness and connection through flawed yet endearing characters navigating second chances.
Description
A darkly funny and life-affirming debut novel for readers of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine the story of one man who is offered a second chance at life and love when he develops an unexpected friendship--if he can expose the white lie he told...
Community Reviews
Moods
emotional: 73%
hopeful: 57%
funny: 52%
reflective: 47%
sad: 36%
lighthearted: 32%
inspiring: 22%
dark: 18%
tense: 6%
challenging: 4%
adventurous: 3%
mysterious: 3%
relaxing: 3%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Suicide attempt, Death, Suicidal thoughtsModerate
Alcoholism, Death of parent, AbandonmentMinor
Child abuse, Cancer, Drug use