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All About Evie by Matson Taylor
5.0
All About Evie by Matson Taylor is the second book in the Evie Epworth Trilogy. It is now 1972 and Evie is living her best life in London, until she is not.
All About Evie starts with an unfortunate event that is completely Evie and absolutely Matson. I knew from the very first chapter that I was going to love this book.
Evie is her usual witty self, with her laughable foibles and a certain sweetness that fills your heart with admiration, even love. She remains a brilliant character, her essence vibrant and joyful. In this book, we are introduced to new characters (with comical but completely appropriate nicknames). They too are equipped with vibrant personalities. Even the new antagonist maintains the dreadfulness of the first book. I am over the moon that Taylor was able to encapsulate the essence of the first book, which I completely loved.
The writing is classic Taylor: engaging, entertaining, enchanting. The prose sings with witty lists, profound analogies, and a romantic flair. The pace keeps you reading. And the descriptions (of some very intricate fashion) immerse you in London during 1972. And I cannot forget to mention the excellent choice in music that is mentioned throughout the book. (Yes, I have created a playlist, why wouldn’t I?)
Matson skillfully tells another heartfelt story. The topics covered in this book (love, loss, self-esteem, grief) are written delicately and heartbreakingly realistic. He has captured the human essence. I have never been more pleased with a man writing female characters.
All About Evie is a must read, in my opinion. This book can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend starting at the beginning to get the absolute best of Evie and her wonderful friends and family. I look forward to the next decade in Evie’s life. Thanks again for such a lovely book Matson, you’re absolutely brilliant.
All About Evie starts with an unfortunate event that is completely Evie and absolutely Matson. I knew from the very first chapter that I was going to love this book.
Evie is her usual witty self, with her laughable foibles and a certain sweetness that fills your heart with admiration, even love. She remains a brilliant character, her essence vibrant and joyful. In this book, we are introduced to new characters (with comical but completely appropriate nicknames). They too are equipped with vibrant personalities. Even the new antagonist maintains the dreadfulness of the first book. I am over the moon that Taylor was able to encapsulate the essence of the first book, which I completely loved.
The writing is classic Taylor: engaging, entertaining, enchanting. The prose sings with witty lists, profound analogies, and a romantic flair. The pace keeps you reading. And the descriptions (of some very intricate fashion) immerse you in London during 1972. And I cannot forget to mention the excellent choice in music that is mentioned throughout the book. (Yes, I have created a playlist, why wouldn’t I?)
Matson skillfully tells another heartfelt story. The topics covered in this book (love, loss, self-esteem, grief) are written delicately and heartbreakingly realistic. He has captured the human essence. I have never been more pleased with a man writing female characters.
All About Evie is a must read, in my opinion. This book can be read as a standalone but I highly recommend starting at the beginning to get the absolute best of Evie and her wonderful friends and family. I look forward to the next decade in Evie’s life. Thanks again for such a lovely book Matson, you’re absolutely brilliant.