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A review by jupiter_01
Life's Too Short by Abby Jimenez
emotional
funny
informative
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This one's for the chronically ill girlies.
Holy hell. I didn't think I'd like the story too much because of the baby aspect, but I was blown away by this one. The book is so important to me as someone affected by chronic illness. Jimenez had me laughing often, and in the second half, tears joined the crew. It was a really meaningful story despite its humour. The relationship between Vanessa and Adrian felt so organic and beautiful. So much time dedicated to building their friendship! Their desire to be around each other, in any form, till the end was just... chef's kiss.
Life's Too Short was heartbreaking in the best way. It almost had me convinced it wouldn't be a happy ending (but it was, phew!!!). I can't wait to re-experience it in the future.
Holy hell. I didn't think I'd like the story too much because of the baby aspect, but I was blown away by this one. The book is so important to me as someone affected by chronic illness. Jimenez had me laughing often, and in the second half, tears joined the crew. It was a really meaningful story despite its humour. The relationship between Vanessa and Adrian felt so organic and beautiful. So much time dedicated to building their friendship! Their desire to be around each other, in any form, till the end was just... chef's kiss.
Life's Too Short was heartbreaking in the best way. It almost had me convinced it wouldn't be a happy ending (but it was, phew!!!). I can't wait to re-experience it in the future.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Medical content, Chronic illness, Abandonment, and Terminal illness