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A review by bookish_bry
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The thing about Malibu Rising is there isn't anything wrong with it. The writing is good and the story is fine. I just had a lot of trouble connecting to any of the characters or caring about their issues. I can see why others might like it, but it wasn't really for me.
Graphic: Alcoholism, Death of parent, Alcohol, Death, and Addiction
Moderate: Chronic illness
Minor: Car accident