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A review by reader_of_rohan
The Seven O'Clock Club by Amelia Ireland
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Wow. I mean, really wow. I don't know if I have words right now. I sat and cried for a bit after finishing this book, and I feel like that's all I'm able to do right now. Funny thing is, I don't typically read contemporary literature, and I don't know what it was about this book that called to me in spite of its genre - maybe the fact that it is about psychology, which I love? Regardless of whatever powerful force drew me to this book, I couldn't be more grateful.
I hate spoilers, and I don't want to say much because I think everyone should just read this book as soon as possible. I received an e-ARC, but I will be getting a physical copy to lend to my friends as soon as I can.
I cared about all the characters, and I found them easy to distinguish quickly - which is something I find difficult if they're too samey. Their different personalities and life experience came across very well. The setting was perfect, and it felt like a true insight into an innovative take on grief therapy. The different themes (loss, the cost of fame, being a carer for someone you love) were all handled with sincerity and genuine understanding.
The writing was beautiful, and I'm stunned by the fact that this was a debut novel. It was pure perfection. So poignant. So emotional. So special. I've never read anything like it.
I hate spoilers, and I don't want to say much because I think everyone should just read this book as soon as possible. I received an e-ARC, but I will be getting a physical copy to lend to my friends as soon as I can.
I cared about all the characters, and I found them easy to distinguish quickly - which is something I find difficult if they're too samey. Their different personalities and life experience came across very well. The setting was perfect, and it felt like a true insight into an innovative take on grief therapy. The different themes (loss, the cost of fame, being a carer for someone you love) were all handled with sincerity and genuine understanding.
The writing was beautiful, and I'm stunned by the fact that this was a debut novel. It was pure perfection. So poignant. So emotional. So special. I've never read anything like it.