megansgc's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed the characters journey toward self fulfillment and confidence. And anything set in Paris is enjoyable. May have lost a wee bit in translation but good. I could see this as a decent movie.
mls_mcl's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.5
allxkn's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
anitin's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
debora98's review against another edition
2.0
I couldn’t bring myself to finish it..! The language was too difficult for me and I found it confusing when it constantly changed from one characters point of view to the next one.
my_a's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.25
pnelson384's review against another edition
3.0
I have very mixed feelings about this book. It is a translation, and was originally written in French, and as such, there are some themes that are universal, but some cultural differences between France and The United States. In that respect I definitely spent some time this week reflecting on cultural expectations and differences.
I really didn't like any of the characters in the book. It reminded me of when I read Gone Girl and hated nearly everyone. I do concede, however, that for a book to make me feel so strongly about a character, there is good writing there. The ending was a bit weak, compared to the 400 page buildup, but at least some good won out.
Interesting book. Would have been interesting as a book club choice.
I really didn't like any of the characters in the book. It reminded me of when I read Gone Girl and hated nearly everyone. I do concede, however, that for a book to make me feel so strongly about a character, there is good writing there. The ending was a bit weak, compared to the 400 page buildup, but at least some good won out.
Interesting book. Would have been interesting as a book club choice.
4toude's review against another edition
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
batman321's review against another edition
2.0
Honestly I did not like character. She seemed just so lost and clueless for someone who is a mother of two kids, it was hard to feel anything for her. The books pace was good, but the conversations with the older daughter and the mother were beyond ridiculous - maybe it’s a cultural thing. The ending however did tie the book quite nicely.