A review by maggers94
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab

dark emotional inspiring mysterious reflective sad medium-paced

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

5.0

This was such an unexpected love for me. I found the writing beautiful, poetic at times and very poignant, and Addie felt so incredibly relatable. The deep fear of being stagnant and missing out on all the experiences the world has to offer, while simultaneously just wanting to be known and understood in a way that comes with the deep familiarity and stability of home, hit just right for me. I found it heartbreaking, but also comforting in the moments where Addie revels in triumphant acts of living and carving out a semblance of a mark for herself in a world where she’s anonymous. This is one that I really think will be on my mind for a while.