Reviews with content warning for Infidelity - One True Loves

I'm actually really irritated with myself for returning the ebook to the library before writing my review, because I had some excellent quotes highlighted in it, and naturally, I remember none of them now. Super unfortunate, that.

Oh well, moving on. This book was fantastic! But did I expect anything less from TJR? Not in the slightest. I can absolutely put her as one of my favorite authors of all time. I've never actually been disappointed by one of her books and I was really looking forward to making my way through her backlist, starting with One True Loves. Unsurprisingly, it was just as satisfying to read as her newer novels.

I didn't even make it 20% of the way through the book before turning to my husband and telling him how it was going to wreck me. Turns out, I was right. I cried multiple times while I was reading this book. It really tugs at your heartstrings and makes you want everything to work out.

Unlike TJR's newer books, there weren't any particularly giant plot twists or shocks along the way, since the "big reveal" happens early on in the book and isn't even a secret - it's in the synopsis, for goodness sake. So I did find the story to be somewhat predictable after a certain point. However, that didn't make it any less enjoyable to read, and I found myself reaching for my Kindle as often as possible to continue pouring over the story.

I really can't say there was anything I didn't like about the book. It's emotional, poignant, inspiring, and hopeful. I'm definitely looking forward to sobbing my way through the movie when it comes out.

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing sad medium-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? It's complicated

5.0

i loved this book, taylor jenkins reid remains my favourite author!! a great last read of the year :)

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dlrosebyh's review against another edition

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challenging emotional hopeful 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

i am not a huge fan of love triangles, so i had low expectations going into this book. i’m surprised i actually liked it.

the characters are very lovable. i couldn’t imagine myself in emma’s situation when she had to pick between jesse and sam. which brings me into another point— i preferred the other love interest over the person she ended up with (i’m not telling who). although, i sort of saw who she’ll end up with, i was rooting for it to take a curveball.

tjr is honestly one of the best authors i’ve picked up this year. she never disappoints. btw, i love the taylor swift references.

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soobooksalot's review against another edition

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challenging emotional hopeful sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

I feel like even Taylor Jenkins Reid's grocery lists would be beautifully written and engaging.
One True Loves is the fourth of her books I've read and was completely pulled in.
We meet Emma Blair while out for dinner with her fiancée Sam. She receives a phone call from an unknown number, and it's her husband, Jesse.
He went missing in a helicopter crash years earlier and was presumed dead.
What does it mean to truly love two people, those who represent different sides of the best of you?
As with all TJR books I've read, the characters are relatable, even in these most unnatural of circumstances.
This is an emotional read; depictions of grief, loss and utter despair are at the forefront.
Recommended!

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