A review by akamm
The Breakaway by Jennifer Weiner

medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I liked the cycling stuff in this book. I did like Abby and her growth in her various relationships. A lot of the other characters felt underdeveloped. Some of the plot stuff (like TikTok, or bodily autonomy or COVID references) really ground this book in 2023/2024, for good and bad.

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