A review by onlysomewhatliterate
Even Though I Knew the End by C.L. Polk

dark emotional hopeful mysterious sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I really enjoyed my time reading this book, right up until the twist at the end. Spoilers from here,

I don't understand Helen's mentality in her final decision. Our hero accomplishing what she set out to do, then immediately taking back all of that work didn't feel rational or even reasonable in a world where it is confirmed and known that heaven exists. She gave her soul right back for 10 more years with Edith, when in comparison to the eternity of heaven together, really feels like a drop in the ocean. One may argue she did it for her brother too, but I'm not sure that decision, choosing eternity suffering with him over eternity in Heaven with Edith, makes any sense either based on the entire story before it.