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A review by jengipson
Paulina & Fran: A Novel by Rachel B. Glaser
3.0
Ah. I'm not sure what it was about this book that attracted me. Maybe it was the focus on female friendship with an unusual bright flame of passion? Maybe it was the setting of an art college, something I once pursued. Maybe it was because both protagonist have wild and at time unruly hair like myself? It was probably all these things that made me decide I had to read this book, and I couldn't wait.
Reading this book left me with the dissatisfaction that Paulina and Fran felt with life. Which I believe is a reflection of how successful and talented a write Glaser is. I know that feeling of longing for excitement and adventure that Paulina is constantly chasing. I know the power that comes with a sexual exploit or a perfect outfit. And I am getting to know the immense disappointment that comes with becoming an adult. I found this book like a sad warning song. It hit too close to home. This book represents some of my greatest fears. Obviously, this book has impact.
So why only 3 stars? One reason is the ending. I read this on my kindle and I was convinced that it had suddenly died when I was 98% done because there has to be more pages! And secondly because this book has no right being that brutal. It hit below the belt and that is against the rules!
Overall: if you love fiery female relationships with lots of sexual tension this is for you. If you know that the dream of youth and the reality of adulthood are bitter pills to swallow this is for you. If you're an art student, or thinking about becoming one, this is for you.
Reading this book left me with the dissatisfaction that Paulina and Fran felt with life. Which I believe is a reflection of how successful and talented a write Glaser is. I know that feeling of longing for excitement and adventure that Paulina is constantly chasing. I know the power that comes with a sexual exploit or a perfect outfit. And I am getting to know the immense disappointment that comes with becoming an adult. I found this book like a sad warning song. It hit too close to home. This book represents some of my greatest fears. Obviously, this book has impact.
So why only 3 stars? One reason is the ending. I read this on my kindle and I was convinced that it had suddenly died when I was 98% done because there has to be more pages! And secondly because this book has no right being that brutal. It hit below the belt and that is against the rules!
Overall: if you love fiery female relationships with lots of sexual tension this is for you. If you know that the dream of youth and the reality of adulthood are bitter pills to swallow this is for you. If you're an art student, or thinking about becoming one, this is for you.