By: Genevieve Wheeler
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
TLDR: At a certain point I could not put this down. I was so enthralled by the story line and the characters. I laughed, I cried, I loved and I loathed. This novel is incredible. Don’t miss it.
The Longer Review: I love a novel that leaves me feeling so connected to the character(s). This one is so beautifully written and offers so many insights into human behavior and decision-making. I want to be Adelaide’s friend; I want to be friends with her friends. So many times I just wanted to offer her a hug, or tell her that of course she’s amazing. Anything that inspires that level of emotional response typically ends up on my must-read list.
Adelaide is a US expat in London, finishing up a Master’s Degree in Communications when she meets and falls in love with Rory. This is so much more than a love story though. It visits and emphasizes the power of female friendships, learning to stop comparing yourself to others, the struggle of overcoming trauma and grief, and the importance of taking care of yourself in order to properly care for others.
The “Aha!” moment in this novel is breath-taking. And it has absolutely nothing to do with a romantic relationship, but rather Adelaide’s relationship with herself. AND I ABSOLUTELY ADORE THAT. Read this. Like yesterday. And then come back here and tell me what you think about it!
Up Next: The Better Half, by Ali Frank & Asha Youmans. A random discovery via the Mindy Kaling Book Studio.
