A review by jeslis
The Happy Couple by Naoise Dolan

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

4.5

Notes:
- Really pleasant book to read overall! Didn't get 5 because it didn't steal my breath away with the delivery of its themes or by being something I will remember forever, but it was fast-paced and very enjoyable.
- A succinct and well-contained book which was an incredibly satisfying experience as a reader. Having the story revolve around a wedding helped to anchor its cast of characters and their relationships. Same event, multiple perspectives/interweaving elements: totally up my alley.
Spoiler- I also kind of enjoyed that it wasn't a happy ending for Celine and Luke and that they didn't get married. For no other reason than it was fascinating to be left hanging with an atmosphere that felt so much like it had just dropped off into empty air right before the book ended. Also, I think it's a good message to not get married to a serial cheater, even if you do love him haha.
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