A review by thequeenvey
I Almost Forgot About You by Terry McMillan

emotional reflective medium-paced

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

3.5

My experience reading this book was interesting and a little disappointing. The book was written in 2016 so reading it in 2023 I figured certain topics would be addressed differently than they are now.

I really I didn’t like the biphobia and I feel like the DL man is a recurring thing in her books. I know it’s probably from personal experience but I think we knew better ways to approach the topic in 2016.

I also didn’t like the constant slut shaming and body shaming in the book. Georgia and her friends interactions had me thinking are y’all really friends? Also, TOO MANY characters to keep track of to the point I stopped caring about her reaching out to past lovers. The ending felt rushed and I didn’t believe in the chemistry. If it wasn’t a book club pick I don’t think I would’ve read it but overall I’m glad I did.