A review by reading_fixations
It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover

dark emotional reflective sad tense fast-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

3.0

• What you need to know- this book follows Lily Bloom, a 23 year old who’s moved to Boston and meets this amazing Neurosurgeon Ryle, and everything seems perfect. Seems. Lily is faced with meeting her childhood love again, and this is where we begin to see a shift. Lily has to navigate an abusive relationship while trying to make the most of her life. We watch her try and make the best decisions she can, while life throws the very worst at her. 

• A character that stood out- I never like picking the main character, so I have to chose Alyssa. She is Lily’s best friend and Ryle’s sister. She stands by Lily no matter what, even when it is her family that is the problem and I truly admire her for standing up for what she knows is right. 

• Why you should read it- I think this book highlights the answer to the age old question of “why doesn’t she just leave him” I think it allows us to have clarity on how difficult it is for the one that you love the most to be the one that is hurting you and despite all the pain, the love is still there. This book sinks your teeth into you and does not let go. 
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