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All the Ugly and Wonderful Things by Bryn Greenwood

readswithrosie's review against another edition

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5.0

I couldn’t put this book down. It was an easy, flowing read that made you question your own morals and reflect on your own privileged biases. You end up rooting for a relationship that, in most (if not almost all) circumstances, you would completely abhor. A complicated read for sure, but one that leaves you surprisingly happy and relieved.

jillx08's review against another edition

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3.75

This was a tough one. Really well written and the thought-provoking. A very sad story with a sad but happy ending. It was incredibly hard to read at times , the age difference was difficult. But definitely makes you think I’m greys rather than black and white. 

juliesbooksandbujo's review against another edition

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dark emotional hopeful sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

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sampena16's review against another edition

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5.0

Some will likely not like this book. But to me, it was devastatingly beautiful.

jena_stl's review against another edition

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dark emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

findyourgoldenhour's review against another edition

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5.0

This book blew me away. I don't know how to write a review without spoilers, but if you are looking for a book that will make you question where you draw the line on a moral issue, read this. Aside from a compelling, original story, it is beautifully written with characters that will stay with me for a long time. I hope his author plans to write more books!

findyourgoldenhour's review against another edition

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5.0

May/June 2018: Re-reading for book club.

carlys_currently_'s review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.5

avery_lehman54's review against another edition

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challenging mysterious tense 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? Yes

4.0

porshainielsen's review against another edition

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4.0

well that was very sad and made me feel icky but the writing was beautiful.