b00kw0rms0fthew0rldunite 's review for:

The Day Shelley Woodhouse Woke Up by Laura Pearson

3.75

dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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Another great Laura Pearson book! This one touches on the dark and gritty side but also shows the magic of real love. 
The domestic violence thread was written in a sensitive and compassionate way. Highlighting the need for a listening and supportive ear rather than victim blaming.
Shelley was an interesting character that suffered from ugly duckling syndrome and didn't hold out for what she deserved, but rather clung on to the first interested party that she saw.
I enjoyed the way that the book was written both in the present and past.

Thanks to Netgalley and the author and publisher for a temporary copy in exchange for an honest review.