A review by dragonmom
All the Bright Places by Jennifer Niven

dark emotional sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

The author’s note at the end is the best thing about this book. I think she did a pretty good job of writing bipolar disorder but something about the end of the book just doesn't sit well with me. I liked the dual perspectives and the way the chapters were short. The way the characters kept track of time changed was a cute detail. Overall, I didn't really like it much and I can't quite put my finger on why. I think 16 year old me would have liked it a lot better than I do at 24.  
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