A review by pmdwapo11
The Five People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom

hopeful reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

I got through this book in one day. It hooks you in from the start but isn’t very satisfying to finish — it left me feeling like I was missing something.
I didn’t love how the author painted Mickey as someone who “just made a mistake” after drinking — he assaulted Eddie’s mom and we see him do it, but then it seems like it was just there to show that everyone makes mistakes?
 
The book had a lovely premise and was very thoughtful and reflective but I feel like more could’ve been done with the premise.
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