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autumnatic93's review against another edition
3.0
Not bad. I was a little ticked off with her attitude about "loser" people. But than again she's a messed up person.
quillandkindle's review against another edition
4.0
Seventy-five days have past since the day Amy saw Julia died, since the last day Amy knew how to live, since the first day Amy began punishing herself for the death of her best friend. Fresh out of Pinewood – a treatment centre – Amy feels like she has been stripped naked without the presence of Julia. But she has to live; as that is the only way she could penalize herself for what really happened that night. So she continues to plug along, trying to bare her parent’s sudden change of behaviour – from one who is indifferent to one who cares too much, struggle through a hard time at school and at the same time fighting the devils that raging inside her head. Is Amy strong enough to get through this trial and tribulation without worrying of losing her own self?
Love You Hate You Miss You is indeed a raw, heartbreaking and poignant read. Even though the basic theme of this book has already been explored before, Scott still managed to nail the readers with her concise and gripping writing that delves into the mind that has been severely affected by the loss of a dear friend. I admire the way the author excised the feeling of the main character, Amy, to the point that readers are able to feel her pain, her anguish and her guilt. This is the main thing that glued me to this book till its very last page.
I have to admit that at first, I was irritated by Amy’s behaviours. She seems indifferent to the love and the care that her parents show after she was released from the centre. She is also the kind who is very self-centred in which she wants everything to be about her and not about anybody else. However, after understanding her past, it is fathomable as to why she behaves this way. The development of Amy’s character is very interesting to read especially during the period where the psychologist trying to help her deals with her grief. Another character that sparks my interest in this book is Patrick, a mysterious guy with secrets of his own that seems to understand Amy’s situation more than anyone else could. Despite being a quick read, this book is definitely pack with secrets, pain and heartbreak that will touch readers’ feelings in so many ways.
Love You Hate You Miss You is more than just a story about grief. It explores the theme of forgiveness, acceptance and most important of all, the choices that ones make in ones’ life and its effect on the life of others. A powerful novel by Elizabeth Scott that will stay with me for a very long time.
Final Verdict: This delicate writing and story telling by Elizabeth Scott is a moving and gripping read that has an ability to touch the hearts of those who love reading about human's emotions and how ones thrive under unexpected circumstances. Highly recommended to everyone.
Read more: http://bibliophiles-journal.blogspot.com/#ixzz0nExVOg5h
Love You Hate You Miss You is indeed a raw, heartbreaking and poignant read. Even though the basic theme of this book has already been explored before, Scott still managed to nail the readers with her concise and gripping writing that delves into the mind that has been severely affected by the loss of a dear friend. I admire the way the author excised the feeling of the main character, Amy, to the point that readers are able to feel her pain, her anguish and her guilt. This is the main thing that glued me to this book till its very last page.
I have to admit that at first, I was irritated by Amy’s behaviours. She seems indifferent to the love and the care that her parents show after she was released from the centre. She is also the kind who is very self-centred in which she wants everything to be about her and not about anybody else. However, after understanding her past, it is fathomable as to why she behaves this way. The development of Amy’s character is very interesting to read especially during the period where the psychologist trying to help her deals with her grief. Another character that sparks my interest in this book is Patrick, a mysterious guy with secrets of his own that seems to understand Amy’s situation more than anyone else could. Despite being a quick read, this book is definitely pack with secrets, pain and heartbreak that will touch readers’ feelings in so many ways.
Love You Hate You Miss You is more than just a story about grief. It explores the theme of forgiveness, acceptance and most important of all, the choices that ones make in ones’ life and its effect on the life of others. A powerful novel by Elizabeth Scott that will stay with me for a very long time.
Final Verdict: This delicate writing and story telling by Elizabeth Scott is a moving and gripping read that has an ability to touch the hearts of those who love reading about human's emotions and how ones thrive under unexpected circumstances. Highly recommended to everyone.
Read more: http://bibliophiles-journal.blogspot.com/#ixzz0nExVOg5h
tms792's review against another edition
3.0
Amy’s best friend Julia is gone. She has been now for seventy-five days and Amy is still not sure how to survive. Everyday she wakes up thinking about how it is her fault that Julia is gone and there is nothing she can do to bring her back.
When Amy’s shrink suggests that she keep a diary, she guffaws at the idea, but she soon finds herself writing letters to Julia. She writes about the past and the present and discusses all of her feelings throughout her letters. What she realizes though is that the past wasn’t all that perfect nor was Julia, like Amy thought she was. She also finds that there might be some great opportunities in the present as well and who knows what the future will hold?
As Amy writes her letters she also starts a healing process and discovers a lot about herself that she never knew about. She also learns how to make friends again and to become her own person, which just happens to be the most important journey of all.
Elizabeth Scott is a phenomenal author. I have loved each book she has written, but for me this one just wasn’t as good. Yes, it was an emotional powerhouse, but well that’s about it to be honest. The characters got on my nerves a bit and I can’t quite put my finger on it, but there was just something lacking.
The plot really went into the mind of someone dealing with death, grief and finding new friends, which I found interesting. I do have to commend the author though on creating very real characters. The teens didn’t feel to old or young and I could actually picture them being real, which added to the authenticity of the story.
As for the characters, I really think they were the downfall. I understand that Amy was griefstricken, but she honestly got really whiny and on my nerves. About halfway through the book I was ready for her to get over her problems and just be thankful she was alive. The parents were also annoying as they were so distant and uninvolved in their daughter’s life that it was hard to believe they couldn’t see the pain she was in.
Overall I liked this book. Ms. Scott’s writing was impeccable, even though the magic it usually has wasn’t present. I did appreciate though the very thorough and realistic look at grief that was portrayed. I definitely cannot wait for more from Elizabeth Scott.
When Amy’s shrink suggests that she keep a diary, she guffaws at the idea, but she soon finds herself writing letters to Julia. She writes about the past and the present and discusses all of her feelings throughout her letters. What she realizes though is that the past wasn’t all that perfect nor was Julia, like Amy thought she was. She also finds that there might be some great opportunities in the present as well and who knows what the future will hold?
As Amy writes her letters she also starts a healing process and discovers a lot about herself that she never knew about. She also learns how to make friends again and to become her own person, which just happens to be the most important journey of all.
Elizabeth Scott is a phenomenal author. I have loved each book she has written, but for me this one just wasn’t as good. Yes, it was an emotional powerhouse, but well that’s about it to be honest. The characters got on my nerves a bit and I can’t quite put my finger on it, but there was just something lacking.
The plot really went into the mind of someone dealing with death, grief and finding new friends, which I found interesting. I do have to commend the author though on creating very real characters. The teens didn’t feel to old or young and I could actually picture them being real, which added to the authenticity of the story.
As for the characters, I really think they were the downfall. I understand that Amy was griefstricken, but she honestly got really whiny and on my nerves. About halfway through the book I was ready for her to get over her problems and just be thankful she was alive. The parents were also annoying as they were so distant and uninvolved in their daughter’s life that it was hard to believe they couldn’t see the pain she was in.
Overall I liked this book. Ms. Scott’s writing was impeccable, even though the magic it usually has wasn’t present. I did appreciate though the very thorough and realistic look at grief that was portrayed. I definitely cannot wait for more from Elizabeth Scott.
brencoombs's review against another edition
4.0
As someone who writes letters to dead people, this struck a chord deep within me. Scott gave accurate insight into survivor's guilt, grief, addiction, and healing.
My only complaint is that the ending felt abrupt, with the letters ending right when the MC had her parents' attention, a love interest, and another friend to talk to, which made it feel as if she was suddenly completely healed from her guilt and grief, when really her path forward was only just beginning.
My only complaint is that the ending felt abrupt, with the letters ending right when the MC had her parents' attention, a love interest, and another friend to talk to, which made it feel as if she was suddenly completely healed from her guilt and grief, when really her path forward was only just beginning.
sassacass's review against another edition
emotional
sad
fast-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
3.75
I love books about teen girls trying to figure themselves out, especially in the wake of life-changing circumstances.
abaugher's review against another edition
4.0
pinfully raw, journal of Amy's letters written to Julia, dead best friend, alternating with narration of self-blaming as the survivor of an accident, and a day count of how long Amy's been alive without her, and how the world looks to her now.
4saradouglas's review against another edition
2.0
I couldn't get into this book at all. It seems like the whole "my best friend died and boo hoo it's my fault" thing has been done several times recently, and this is probably the worst attempt out of all of them. Never at any point in the book did I lose myself in the story. It was just a book. I could practically see Elizabeth Scott sitting there making the words come out of these character's mouths. None of it seemed realistic or interesting. I barely knew the main character and never understood her relationship with Patrick. The only thing I liked about the book is that I have never come across a story where the parents are so in love that the daughter feels like a third wheel. THAT is interesting. She should have stuck with that rather than the whole "I MADE her drive" thing. A very weak novel overall.
meghan111's review against another edition
3.0
Amy is sixteen and has just completed a stint in an alcohol rehab center. She is reeling from the death of her best friend, Julia, who was killed in a car accident, and she blames herself. The only way she can find comfort now is in writing letters to Julia. As she returns to school and weekly appointments with her psychologist, the particulars of what happened on the night of the accident are slowly revealed, as well as the history of the girls' friendship.
Similar to Laurie Halse Anderson, especially Wintergirls.
Similar to Laurie Halse Anderson, especially Wintergirls.
sqeeker's review against another edition
2.0
I would not conisder this a YA book. There was some pretty heavy cursing going on. I think I counted 6 f bombs. Plus there was a lot of alcohol abuse, drug refrences, and sex.
I think the book was drawn on way too long. Amy got really annoying really fast, and she repeated a lot of things through out the book. The book just didn't move fast enough for me.
The side characters weren't really great. Caro was a tool, Patrick has no personality at all, Mel was a jerk, and Beth was a freak. I don't even think Amy had that much of a personality besides just being angry.
I really love connecting with characters in books, and I just didn't feel connected to any character. I couldn't relate to anyone or understand anyone.
I think the book was drawn on way too long. Amy got really annoying really fast, and she repeated a lot of things through out the book. The book just didn't move fast enough for me.
The side characters weren't really great. Caro was a tool, Patrick has no personality at all, Mel was a jerk, and Beth was a freak. I don't even think Amy had that much of a personality besides just being angry.
I really love connecting with characters in books, and I just didn't feel connected to any character. I couldn't relate to anyone or understand anyone.