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eastout's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
pllylzbth's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sarahepierce's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
kathieboucher's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars. A generational novel presented in episodes and glimpses, as though observed from a bit of a distance. Beautifully written. My main quibble is with the ending, which seemed pat and contrived. Still—life serves up surprises, even improbable ones.
teddien's review against another edition
5.0
I LOVED this book- it is the perfect example of a story where the most powerful parts are what is unsaid. Lively did a great job showcasing three generations of women and they hardships faced throughout their lives and relationships. I can't wait to reread this...
tofilmfiles's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
miajmu's review against another edition
2.0
I really liked the first part of this book, but I honestly was much more invested in the first generation of characters than I was with the characters in the 2nd and 3rd part of this book. But overall it was an interesting multi-generational story and not a bad read.
swatswatwhat's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-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? It's complicated
2.0
I love a generational story but this one just didn’t hit for me. The writing was not powerful enough. I wish she sink in deeper into events instead it felt like she showed us a snapshot image and quickly moved onto the next. Some very important events were skimmed making me lose interest in the characters.
Lorna’s section was probably the best. Molly’s didn’t feel flushed out and wasn’t given the depth she deserves. By the time they got to Ruth, I felt I had to really power through. Sometimes the protagonist felt undefined and almost like the same person in a different circumstance.
Blah.
Lorna’s section was probably the best. Molly’s didn’t feel flushed out and wasn’t given the depth she deserves. By the time they got to Ruth, I felt I had to really power through. Sometimes the protagonist felt undefined and almost like the same person in a different circumstance.
Blah.
dja777's review against another edition
2.0
The first 75 pages were great, but I was bored by the rest.