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mj_86's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Death, and Car accident
Moderate: Infidelity, Miscarriage, and Suicide
Minor: Alcoholism, Infertility, and Vomit
amgarrido's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer and Death
Moderate: Suicide
cmcowentx's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Death, and Abandonment
glitterdeww's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
"Sometimes books don't find us until the right time." ... Oof. Lol
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Suicide, Death of parent, and Abandonment
Moderate: Death and Miscarriage
booksgoodformysoul's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Death, Suicide, and Car accident
hidivamd71's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer and Death of parent
sam_the_panda's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Cancer, Suicide, and Death of parent
gavinn_h's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Okay so,
What the fuck is wrong with Gabrielle Zevin. This book was absolutely beautiful, however I don't know if I would ever have picked it up knowing the ending. Despite the horrifically sad events in this book, it is incredible. I had a feeling things were going too well for it to end happy, but I didn't think it would be like this. The sick irony of it all is that my book club picked this book for our "happy ending" prompt. Although I can see how this is, in fact, a happy ending I was just so attached to A.J. to feel happy. Overall I am so happy to have found this book, it quickly made its way in to my top books of all time (thus far). I believe later (much later) after I have nursed my wounds I will return to this book again and again.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer and Death
Moderate: Miscarriage, Suicide, Grief, and Abandonment
Minor: Alcoholism
sabrinaapreads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This book is giving The House of Cerulean Sea vibes in the best way! Curmudgeon, found family and a little darkness. I wholeheartedly consumed The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry and loved the structure, the story, the lovable/fallible main character, supporting roles, the twist, all of IT.
Important to note: this book was written first.
๐๐ผ Praise Zevin ๐๐ผ.
Favorite Character:
This one was tough - so many amazingly complex characters to LOVE.
For now, I'll say it's Amelia. Her commitment to being her true/authentic self is remarkable. She vibrantly jumps from the page. I too, want some daisy flip flops (among other things). She is joie de vivre!! ๐ผ
Favorite Moment:
Again, so difficult - I will say this without spoiling anything - the TWIST reveal. I didn't see it coming in any way, shape or form, although there was something always nagging me and in retrospect, there were definitely elements of foreshadowing. Gosh, this book is SO GOOD. ๐
Final Thoughts:
Zevin writes with a nostalgic tone and at an easy to read pace.
This novel, at it's heart, has a message of ๐LOVE ๐and for that, I'm always down to read, praise and rejoice in every word!! AMEN!! ๐๐ผ
Important to note: this book was written first.
๐๐ผ Praise Zevin ๐๐ผ.
Favorite Character:
This one was tough - so many amazingly complex characters to LOVE.
For now, I'll say it's Amelia. Her commitment to being her true/authentic self is remarkable. She vibrantly jumps from the page. I too, want some daisy flip flops (among other things). She is joie de vivre!! ๐ผ
Favorite Moment:
Again, so difficult - I will say this without spoiling anything - the TWIST reveal. I didn't see it coming in any way, shape or form, although there was something always nagging me and in retrospect, there were definitely elements of foreshadowing. Gosh, this book is SO GOOD. ๐
Final Thoughts:
Zevin writes with a nostalgic tone and at an easy to read pace.
This novel, at it's heart, has a message of ๐LOVE ๐and for that, I'm always down to read, praise and rejoice in every word!! AMEN!! ๐๐ผ
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Death, Miscarriage, Terminal illness, Grief, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Infertility, Infidelity, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Abandonment
All of the above content warnings are handled with care and consideration by the author. This sensitive reader was able to enjoy the novel with ease.libcolleen's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer