nyeskram's review against another edition
3.0
I really wanted to love this book. As a summer read, it's quick and easy, however the story is not surprising and I kept having to put it down as it all got too "eat, pray, love" mixed with any old "main character will die at any point now". The topic of organ donation is interesting though and I think having Maggie ponder about her Lucy (the donor) is a very true to life situation. Overall, an ok read
houtj's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
robinellen149's review against another edition
3.0
Actually 3.5 stars. I enjoyed the book and do agree with the subtitle. At times it seemed a bit unrealistic - (I won't describe to avoid spoilers) but looking through the lens of "serendipity magic" as one reviewer described it, the events do fit in. There were times I got frustrated with Maggie, but perhaps her ups and downs were realistic. I enjoyed traveling with her - the places she went both literally and also on her own journey. I found the journey part beautiful. I want to talk about the end without spoiling anything. Be careful as you read reviews. I will just say that as far as the story went, it was well done and fit. It is a story that will stay with me.
weebitsarcastic's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-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? Yes
2.0
janer0508's review against another edition
4.0
Like anything I’ve read lately this took a couple of attempts - I think that’s more me than the writing style. Touch of a slow starter but then off it flowed. It was a light hearted read in the end for me, a little cliched but that’s kinda the point.
Sweet, romantic, sad and happy.
Sweet, romantic, sad and happy.
mumtwogirls's review against another edition
5.0
Wow! This book had me smiling and also in tears. Its a heartwarming story and it made me think of others and how they may view things differently, helping me to see different prospectives. A book that engaged with me and one that I have shared the story line with people around me. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and didnt expect the ending. One I would recommend to others,
mariekesbooks's review
3.0
Een uitgebreidere recensie staat op Marieke's Books
Ik ben eerlijk gezegd een beetje teleurgesteld.. Het boek gaat zo ontzettend snel, dat het erg onrealistisch is. Het heeft wel een mooie boodschap, dat wel, maar dat maakte het boek nog niet goed. Maggie vond ik geen fijne hoofdpersoon en daardoor had ik geen klik met haar. Dit zorgde ervoor dat ik niet in het verhaal zat en er soms zelfs tegenop keek om verder te lezen. Maar iets zorgde ervoor dat ik toch doorging. Ik was namelijk enorm benieuwd naar het einde!
Ik ben eerlijk gezegd een beetje teleurgesteld.. Het boek gaat zo ontzettend snel, dat het erg onrealistisch is. Het heeft wel een mooie boodschap, dat wel, maar dat maakte het boek nog niet goed. Maggie vond ik geen fijne hoofdpersoon en daardoor had ik geen klik met haar. Dit zorgde ervoor dat ik niet in het verhaal zat en er soms zelfs tegenop keek om verder te lezen. Maar iets zorgde ervoor dat ik toch doorging. Ik was namelijk enorm benieuwd naar het einde!
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