A review by lex24
The Girl You Left Behind by Jojo Moyes

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad medium-paced

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

3.5

Overall, the book was an enjoyable read, with part 1 deserving 5 stars for its compelling storyline. However, the characters in the remaining parts felt less realistic, and the plot became somewhat unbelievable, requiring considerable effort to suspend disbelief.