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The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue is one huge story filled with heartbreaks. From the first chapter until the end, my heart solely goes to Addie for living centuries of life torn between immortality and loneliness.
My first thought when I open this book is "damn, that's a lotta pages". With 448 pages and being told mainly from Addie's and Henry's (Addie's lover) POV, The Invincible Life of Addie LaRue gives us an insight into immortal life as a result of dealing with the darkness.
I fell in love—and I think it's going to be permanent—with V.E. Schwab's style of writing. It's elegant, mysterious, full of surprises and details, and captivating as you read chapter by chapter. This is my second time reading her work, and honest to God, I am impressed all over again. In my opinion, her idea, even though it has this dark and mysterious aura all over it, is unique and one of a kind. Concept, characterization, and execution are chef kisses. You will find these unexplainable forces that will drown you in the world she created (if you ask me, I voluntereed to get drown).
Talking about characters, Addie, although she's the main in this story, I find her a bit naive and unrealistic (perhaps due to her young age and the fact that she's not mentally prepared to deal with changes); This quality of hers kind of makes me a bit annoyed, 'cause why would she complain about something she asked for? She later deal and accept it though.
Speaking of Addie, of course I won't forget about her partner (or supposedly lover/owner), the Darkness, or Luc, as he prefers to be called. As I've written these, I've tried so hard not to fangirl over him; call me a weak soul or whatever, but Luc is THE man in here (sorry Henry). Unlike Addie, I find Luc a more prominent and strong figure; he's the key point and the one who made it all happen. He's a realistic one with tendency to become a bit possessive -I mean, if someone promised me their soul and didn't give it to me for centuries, of course I'm going to be pissed off- yet charming to the bone.
The ending... Now, I'm team Luc of course, and I do ship Addie and Luc together, but when Henry comes to the picture, I kind of root for them because, as much as I like Luc, I realize his "affection" towards Addie is just mere possessiveness mixed with obsession, while Henry is more pure, innocent, and sincere. Yet in the end, Luc got what he wanted while Addie sacrifices herself for Henry. Kind of dissapointed with it and it's not something I imagined will happened to her.
In conclusion, this book makes you contemplate more about living your life, appreciate your family, partner, friend or just anyone that appears and circled around you, every detail happened, every moment, savor it deeply and let it become memories to remember later.
I do recommend this book for all of you to read. Trust me, you won't be dissappointed
All those who want to admire Luc together, please leave comment or likes
My first thought when I open this book is "damn, that's a lotta pages". With 448 pages and being told mainly from Addie's and Henry's (Addie's lover) POV, The Invincible Life of Addie LaRue gives us an insight into immortal life as a result of dealing with the darkness.
I fell in love—and I think it's going to be permanent—with V.E. Schwab's style of writing. It's elegant, mysterious, full of surprises and details, and captivating as you read chapter by chapter. This is my second time reading her work, and honest to God, I am impressed all over again. In my opinion, her idea, even though it has this dark and mysterious aura all over it, is unique and one of a kind. Concept, characterization, and execution are chef kisses. You will find these unexplainable forces that will drown you in the world she created (if you ask me, I voluntereed to get drown).
Talking about characters, Addie, although she's the main in this story, I find her a bit naive and unrealistic (perhaps due to her young age and the fact that she's not mentally prepared to deal with changes); This quality of hers kind of makes me a bit annoyed, 'cause why would she complain about something she asked for? She later deal and accept it though.
Speaking of Addie, of course I won't forget about her partner (or supposedly lover/owner), the Darkness, or Luc, as he prefers to be called. As I've written these, I've tried so hard not to fangirl over him; call me a weak soul or whatever, but Luc is THE man in here (sorry Henry). Unlike Addie, I find Luc a more prominent and strong figure; he's the key point and the one who made it all happen. He's a realistic one with tendency to become a bit possessive -I mean, if someone promised me their soul and didn't give it to me for centuries, of course I'm going to be pissed off- yet charming to the bone.
The ending... Now, I'm team Luc of course, and I do ship Addie and Luc together, but when Henry comes to the picture, I kind of root for them because, as much as I like Luc, I realize his "affection" towards Addie is just mere possessiveness mixed with obsession, while Henry is more pure, innocent, and sincere. Yet in the end, Luc got what he wanted while Addie sacrifices herself for Henry. Kind of dissapointed with it and it's not something I imagined will happened to her.
In conclusion, this book makes you contemplate more about living your life, appreciate your family, partner, friend or just anyone that appears and circled around you, every detail happened, every moment, savor it deeply and let it become memories to remember later.
I do recommend this book for all of you to read. Trust me, you won't be dissappointed
All those who want to admire Luc together, please leave comment or likes