A review by linasbooks
The Five People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom

lighthearted reflective fast-paced

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

3.5

“Had he known his death was imminent, he might have gone somewhere else. Instead, he did what we all do. He went about his dull routine as if all the days in the world were still to come.”

A solid 3 star reflective and sad novel, although the saddening effect was not executed to the full extent. I definitely would have loved it more if it touched my soul a bit more. I did find Eddie to be an empathetic and wholesome character. Throughout the novel, he learns that every decision he makes is connected to another that has affected a certain person, making all human stories connected. It taught me not to waste my years and make every decision count. However, I did find the book to be boring sometimes towards the middle, so I tried to read through quickly. 

I definitely recommend Albom’s ‘tuesdays with morrie’ if you want to be more tear-struck and love emotional books like me :)