A review by libraryofbookish
Definitely Better Now by Ava Robinson

emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book had me in my feels. I really felt for the main character. She is struggling with how to exist outside of alcohol. She’s a year sober and trying to form bonds but isn’t sure how that looks sober. She struggles to navigate everything. She also struggles with her relationship with her father who is also an alcoholic. 

My family is riddled with drug abuse or alcoholics so I was a little apprehensive about this one but I actually loved it. It gave me hope and I liked the insight into the alcoholics mindset. It was very lighthearted so it’s not a heavy read. There’s emotions and loss and feelings for sure but nothing too heavy which made it very readable for me. 

I just loved the progression of this one. The acceptance. The growth of the character. Definitely recommend it.