A review by jillgoober
The No-Show by Beth O'Leary

emotional funny inspiring 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 book is so much more than what meets the eye. The description sounds like it might venture into "John Tucker Must Die" territory where all three women discover they're all dating the same man and seek revenge. However, this novel goes into the complete opposite direction. It's difficult to describe what went on without giving away any spoilers!!

This novel was almost like a romance mystery - it's definitely a romance at heart but you're constantly trying to piece together the timing of everything and what exactly is going on, making it sort of a mystery too. By far, I found the most endearing characters to be Jane and Siobahn. They are both so broken from past relationships and for a long time are almost punishing themselves by not opening up to Joseph. I can't comment specifically on how both girls are connected and their respective endings in the book but they are both heartwarming and heartbreaking.

Please don't go into this book expecting a typical romance. It is structured much differently and the characters, in my opinion, are much more fleshed out. Do be aware of some content warnings though (death, grief, sexual harassment). 
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