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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
Another easy read. While I found the story of the main character engaging, the technique of using personal letters to bring in the perspective of other characters allowed supporting roles to shine brighter. Though it wasn't the main theme, I actually found I was more interested and able to relate to the sister's personal story amidst Alice's evolution. If "fertiles and infertiles" means anything to you, be warned that this book may unexpectedly hit close to home but in a mostly respectful way. I felt the ending on all counts was very predictable "happily ever after" which I liked because I wanted that, but I also realize real life rarely works out that way and as much as it can leave a reader longing... a realist /unfinished ending has more weight.
This was a interesting storyline, bump your head in spin class and wake up thinking it is 10 years earlier and have not clue as to why your life is not what it was.
Funny, sad, self reflection, and lots of tension, funny dialogue and a two good side stories that really keep your interest.
Funny, sad, self reflection, and lots of tension, funny dialogue and a two good side stories that really keep your interest.
Loved this one. I couldn't put it down! I recommend for anyone who has been married a long time, and especially for mothers, and anyone in their mid late thirties.
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
REVIEW FOR FUTURE ME WHEN I FORGET THAT I EVEN READ THIS BOOK:
If this were half as long it would have been twice as good. Super interesting storyline with a lot of nuanced reflection on the way lives and people change - if given the opportunity do you accept these changes, or try and hope for things to be the way they once were? You were rooting for Alice to never get her memories back and to live on as her 29 year old self in her 39 year old body. Other detractions:
- Franny and Libby’s POVs were completely unnecessary and did nothing for you.
- The epilogue was super confusing and you still don’t know what parts were the dream and what was reality.
- Sydney suburbia truly sounds like hell.
The quote: “Early love is exciting and exhilarating. It's light and bubbly. Anyone can love like that. But love after three children, after a separation and a near-divorce, after you've hurt each other and forgiven each other, bored each other and surprised each other, after you've seen the worst and the best - well, that sort of a love is ineffable. It deserves its own word.”
If this were half as long it would have been twice as good. Super interesting storyline with a lot of nuanced reflection on the way lives and people change - if given the opportunity do you accept these changes, or try and hope for things to be the way they once were? You were rooting for Alice to never get her memories back and to live on as her 29 year old self in her 39 year old body. Other detractions:
- Franny and Libby’s POVs were completely unnecessary and did nothing for you.
- The epilogue was super confusing and you still don’t know what parts were the dream and what was reality.
- Sydney suburbia truly sounds like hell.
The quote: “Early love is exciting and exhilarating. It's light and bubbly. Anyone can love like that. But love after three children, after a separation and a near-divorce, after you've hurt each other and forgiven each other, bored each other and surprised each other, after you've seen the worst and the best - well, that sort of a love is ineffable. It deserves its own word.”
Surprising
I'll admit. It took me a while to finish the book. The first few chapters are slow, but it picks up after that. Overall, it's a great book. I felt for Alice and it really had me questioning where I would be in ten years. I recommend this book!
I'll admit. It took me a while to finish the book. The first few chapters are slow, but it picks up after that. Overall, it's a great book. I felt for Alice and it really had me questioning where I would be in ten years. I recommend this book!
What Alice Forgot had a slow start for me. The idea was so intriguing, but it took a while to gain momentum. The ending was rewarding though and I definitely thinks it's worth the read. It really makes you start thinking about all the relationships in your life and how they impact each other.
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book was so good. It was funny, full of heartbreak and redemption along with a lot of things to think about. I really liked it.
emotional
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes