I really enjoyed the idea of this book. It gave me a new perspective of life, and a way of thinking that I never knew I needed. I was actually worrying about making life decisions lately, and reading this book at this time was perfect. Matt Haig has expressed difficult philosophical concepts in such an easy way, it was a pleasure to read.

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Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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emotional inspiring reflective 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

Loved that his father was from Argentina. Loved Carrie's evolution, her determination and her conviction that she hasn't been given any opportunities, she has earned them. A great book to reflect about victory and failure, and what it means to us.

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Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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adventurous emotional reflective medium-paced

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

4.5

I really enjoyed seeing the four siblings' relationship and how "family" as a subject is treated in this book. I liked how June's and her kids' personalities are shown, how the same situation can affect them so differently and which role each of them turn out to play in their family.

I found the second half of the book a bit slower, but apart from that, this book is such a good read. Taylor is a brilliant writer.

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Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

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lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? N/A
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

0.5

I saw so many people recommend this book... But I really didn't enjoy it. I found it very childish and too optimistic. I also felt like the romantic side of it was too cheesy for my liking.

It just wasn't for me :(

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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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adventurous reflective tense medium-paced

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

5.0

At first I didn't like this book that much. I really didn't understand the hype, but oh. my. god.

This book is SO good! First of all, the structure makes it more interesting to read.

Evelyn's character is so beautifully developed. She makes you reflect on so many things and even makes you learn from her attitude and power. She encourages you to behave as she has behaved through her life.

Even the name of the book, once you finish reading it, is such a good one.

I thought I was going into a soppy novel, but oh boy it's nothing I expected it to be. Simply loved it!

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