A review by jayisreading
The Beautiful Ones by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

emotional medium-paced

3.0

I will read just about everything Moreno-Garcia publishes, especially because she writes beautifully and I love the way she approaches historical fiction. That being said, I probably should have taken the “romance” tag on this book a bit more seriously. Not being the biggest fan of the romance genre, I definitely was unprepared for what essentially was a historical telenovela that centered what was essentially a messy, messy (seriously, emphasize messy) love triangle full of melodrama. I thought the book was a bit predictable and had its fair share of clichés. One thing I felt was a bit forced was the telekinesis bit. It would have taken a lot away from the story if the author didn’t include it, but I also wish more was done with it, especially with the protagonist, Nina.

I didn’t hate reading this book, but it’s clear that I am not the intended audience, aha. But if you like messy romances, this is worth checking out. 
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