bri__ 's review for:

It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover

4.0

dark emotional informative inspiring lighthearted sad tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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The writing style was simple yet so meaningful. The quotes from this book are phenomenal and I love the characters. It has such an informative context behind it as well. Unfortunatelty, I did not cry and I'm not entirely sure why because there were definitely some heavy topics. Do check the trigger warnings.

I love how Colleen Hoover encompassed the entire process of an abusive relationship and how it unfolds. As someone who has not been in one myself, I was still able to go through the emotions and feelings of our main character Lily. I also loved Alyssa and Marshall ontop of the main couple, a little disappointed with the lack of Atlas but I understand the reasoning behind it. I was a little uncomfortable with Atlas being 18 and Lily being 15-16 in the past.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Grief, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Gaslighting

Moderate: Self harm, Alcohol

Minor: Infertility, Injury/Injury detail