A review by avu_writes
It Starts With Us by Colleen Hoover

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing fast-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? It's complicated

4.0

“I’ll make up for all of your tears. 

I’ll give you the best years.” — ♬

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oh, the feels. I loved It Ends With Us so I just knew I’d love the sequel. 

spoilers: 

I’m so glad that, like the first book, the title’s origin wasn’t predictable. IEWU seemed like it was referencing Lily & Ryle, but it was actually about Lily & Emerson. similarly, ISWU seemed like it’d be about Lily & Atlas, but it was actually about Atlas & Josh. 

they (Lily & Atlas) both got the happy ending they deserve, not just with each other, but with their families. 

this book was way less angsty compared to the first one, but it’s perfect because it concluded Lily & Atlas’ happy ever after & gave the reader closure. 

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favorite quote:

“Nothing counts before you turn twenty-one.”

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