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stephaniesteen73's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked this book although it was most definitely not what I was expecting. The main character was so likeable, conflicted and yet honest. Excellent writing that kept my attention for most of all the 558 pages. Good stuff!
gracefullypunk's review against another edition
3.0
Although in general the story was decent, the book was tedious toward the end. It became more and more clear the true inspirations of the book, yet the author refused to name either Iraq or Afghanistan as part of the current events. It just seemed contrived at the end and left me not even liking the main character
brynnab's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
fransbooks's review against another edition
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
5.0
edenwheels's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
5.0
laelm10's review against another edition
4.0
the first 3/4 of this book is an incredible, charming romantic drama. the last 1/4 is not so good. I think I would've had a hard time with this book if I was sentient while george bush was president
laura_corsi's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book! It is, as they say, smack dab in the center of my wheelhouse. A story arc that takes place over a long period of time, character driven with complex and contradictory personalities, and a hint of something rare that touches and illuminates their lives. Now, I want to go read more Curtis Sittenfeld!
fiona_harrigian's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
emmamancini_'s review against another edition
1.0
just laura bush fan fanfiction??? i was so sure it was going to turn into something but 550 pgs later and i have no a single clue.
penguinspam's review
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5