A review by likeasloth
If He Had Been with Me by Laura Nowlin

medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.5

Honestly I’ve expected more. I wanted a very reflective love story which dives deep into the different types of loves. While at some times it scratches the surface it never goes beyond. 
Additionally some aspects are kinda problematic; purity as a concept to be maintained, abortion as not even a possibility and pregnancy as the saving moment. I feel like a lot of the themes could have been handled more sensible. Over all it was a nice read but didn’t really stay with me and I often had to try not to read too much into it. 
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