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A review by btaralson
Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez
emotional
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Abby Jimenez continues to write hilarious romantic stories, and I love her for that. This one was different, however. She included all the typical Abby Easter eggs and humor- but she also got me into a funk thinking about the whole issue about caretaking for a loved one.
This book challenged me. Themes about being a caretaker for a loved one with Alzheimers were tough to read - particularly because of Samantha's viewpoint on options regarding her care. It made me frustrated at her for not valuing her emotional well-being as much as her mom's.
All that said, I think that great books challenge us to consider other viewpoints and to have empathy for characters that we maybe wouldn't expect. Abby Jimenez did that for me with this story. Overall, it was a compelling read - I just didn't agree with the family's choices about how they approached caretaking for their loved one.
I recommend this book for Abby lovers, and anyone wanting a thought-provoking book. If you are looking for a light-hearted rom com however, this one might not be for you.
This book challenged me. Themes about being a caretaker for a loved one with Alzheimers were tough to read - particularly because of Samantha's viewpoint on options regarding her care. It made me frustrated at her for not valuing her emotional well-being as much as her mom's.
All that said, I think that great books challenge us to consider other viewpoints and to have empathy for characters that we maybe wouldn't expect. Abby Jimenez did that for me with this story. Overall, it was a compelling read - I just didn't agree with the family's choices about how they approached caretaking for their loved one.
I recommend this book for Abby lovers, and anyone wanting a thought-provoking book. If you are looking for a light-hearted rom com however, this one might not be for you.
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