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yifanzhai's review against another edition
5.0
Goddamn. Taylor Jenkins Reid is freaking insane. She never misses.
General Comments
This book was your typical TJR novel, but it was so much more. I've never been a lover of historical fiction, in fact, I genuinely can't recall ever really getting into one, but TJR is the only author who gives it a good rep. Sorry. I usually consider myself a pretty good predictor of endings, but TJR always leaves me wondering. Her writing style is so captivating and engaging; it feels as though she witnessed these fictional events firsthand. The interview format of this book was a little odd to me at first, but I ended up loving it. It was so refreshing to be able to bounce back and forth from perspectives and hear everyone's thoughts in the first person. I love the 1960s-70s setting too. Again, I'm a lover of the contemporary, but this? It just hits different. The plot never felt slow, and the rock band trope OMG chef's kiss FOR REAL.
Characters
I loved Daisy and Billy. I freaking loved them. Well, not Billy so much after he cheated on Camila during the first tour, but ykwim. I don't love them as people, but as characters? You can't get better than them. They were riveting, dynamic, but most of all, they had a sense of depth to them. They felt so many things and on many levels, well duh they're singer-songwriters, but they were just so perfectly crafted. Camila was okay to me in the book, but it was the show where I really started liking her character. She's just a perfect example of a good human being. Eddie was annoying. In the book and in the show. They definitely went a step further in the show to add more depth to him, hinting towards his feelings for Camila, so that was a good move on their end for sure. Warren was chill. I always liked him. Karen, oh my god. She looked and was so badass in the show. She really popped off. I kind of felt indifferent to her in the book, but she ended up being one of my favorite characters in the show. Mwah mwah mwah. Graham now. I was always fine with him, but I'm sorry. I'm with Karen on the abortion. I respected him though because he did have every right to be sad and to move on afterward. He was always a good person and a good brother. Good work. Teddy Price is also a favorite. He was the father figure Billy needed and I appreciate him for it. Overall, he is a sweetie. Always loved Simone, always will. I enjoyed that she got a bigger character arc and development in the show. I don't remember much about Pete, only that bro had a girl in like New Jersey or something. But he was cut out of the show, so rip but he's irrelevant!! Nicky was a dick(y).
Book VS Show
I had to have this section, sorry!! If I fell in love with Daisy Jones and The Six the first time when I read the book, I fell in love ten times over while watching the show. I cannot stress enough how much of an amazing job they did with the show because GODDAMN. That shit was FIRE. It captured everything I loved about the book and made it so much more. It had all the feels, all the emotions, EVERYTHING you could ever need. Free therapy for me I guess. And do not even get me started about the soundtrack. It's the only thing I listen to now. In the book, everyone was gushing about how when Billy sings with Daisy, it's the most beautiful thing ever. And I finally get it now. Whoever chose those two for Billy and Daisy did a heck of a good job. GOOOOOOD WORK. Not only did they look the part, but their voices were incredible—exactly what the book described. Raw. Unfiltered. Full. A little raspy. Deep. Perfect. Billy and Daisy blend, compliment, and contrast one another so well, it's like they were born to fill those roles. Standing ovation from me. Look at Me Now is definitely playing over and over and More Fun to Miss, Let Me Down Easy, and Aurora are so fire, but my personal favorite? THE RIVER. IT'S SO BEAUTIFUL BUT EMOTIONAL AND RAW AND WHEN DAISY SCREAMS "I KNOW" OVER AND OVER IT'S LIKE I'M LOSING MY MIND OH MY GOD IT'S TOO TOO GOOD I CAN'T EVEN EXPRESS MYSELF RIGHT NOW. Safe to say I'm in love with their voices and the entire show. It amplified everything the book made me feel and made me feel it that much more. The characters were so perfect and each fit the role they were meant to play. The subtle changes in the plot made it even more elaborate and thought out; I was on board with it all. I loved loved loved the last show in Chicago when Daisy makes the little speech before singing. I feel like it put so much more in perspective regarding why she and Billy couldn't end up together. I didn't realize it, but up until that point, I was a bit confused with the reasoning, but I understand it so much better now. Two broken pieces don't always make a whole.
Concluding Remarks
I'm so happy with the show. I've never been happier. In conclusion, even though I'm gushing so much about the show, I do think that you need to read the book first. The show is amazing partly because of how well it supplements the book. The book is a must-read to truly enjoy the show for sure. I can never get over how amazing Taylor Jenkins Reid is. I know I'm a little late on her books, but I swear I'm going to make up for it. Biggest fan right here. Malibu Rising gon be next and I'm so stupidly excited. YOU'RE MY MORNING SUN TJR.
General Comments
This book was your typical TJR novel, but it was so much more. I've never been a lover of historical fiction, in fact, I genuinely can't recall ever really getting into one, but TJR is the only author who gives it a good rep. Sorry. I usually consider myself a pretty good predictor of endings, but TJR always leaves me wondering. Her writing style is so captivating and engaging; it feels as though she witnessed these fictional events firsthand. The interview format of this book was a little odd to me at first, but I ended up loving it. It was so refreshing to be able to bounce back and forth from perspectives and hear everyone's thoughts in the first person. I love the 1960s-70s setting too. Again, I'm a lover of the contemporary, but this? It just hits different. The plot never felt slow, and the rock band trope OMG chef's kiss FOR REAL.
Characters
I loved Daisy and Billy. I freaking loved them. Well, not Billy so much after he cheated on Camila during the first tour, but ykwim. I don't love them as people, but as characters? You can't get better than them. They were riveting, dynamic, but most of all, they had a sense of depth to them. They felt so many things and on many levels, well duh they're singer-songwriters, but they were just so perfectly crafted. Camila was okay to me in the book, but it was the show where I really started liking her character. She's just a perfect example of a good human being. Eddie was annoying. In the book and in the show. They definitely went a step further in the show to add more depth to him, hinting towards his feelings for Camila, so that was a good move on their end for sure. Warren was chill. I always liked him. Karen, oh my god. She looked and was so badass in the show. She really popped off. I kind of felt indifferent to her in the book, but she ended up being one of my favorite characters in the show. Mwah mwah mwah. Graham now. I was always fine with him, but I'm sorry. I'm with Karen on the abortion. I respected him though because he did have every right to be sad and to move on afterward. He was always a good person and a good brother. Good work. Teddy Price is also a favorite. He was the father figure Billy needed and I appreciate him for it. Overall, he is a sweetie. Always loved Simone, always will. I enjoyed that she got a bigger character arc and development in the show. I don't remember much about Pete, only that bro had a girl in like New Jersey or something. But he was cut out of the show, so rip but he's irrelevant!! Nicky was a dick(y).
Book VS Show
I had to have this section, sorry!! If I fell in love with Daisy Jones and The Six the first time when I read the book, I fell in love ten times over while watching the show. I cannot stress enough how much of an amazing job they did with the show because GODDAMN. That shit was FIRE. It captured everything I loved about the book and made it so much more. It had all the feels, all the emotions, EVERYTHING you could ever need. Free therapy for me I guess. And do not even get me started about the soundtrack. It's the only thing I listen to now. In the book, everyone was gushing about how when Billy sings with Daisy, it's the most beautiful thing ever. And I finally get it now. Whoever chose those two for Billy and Daisy did a heck of a good job. GOOOOOOD WORK. Not only did they look the part, but their voices were incredible—exactly what the book described. Raw. Unfiltered. Full. A little raspy. Deep. Perfect. Billy and Daisy blend, compliment, and contrast one another so well, it's like they were born to fill those roles. Standing ovation from me. Look at Me Now is definitely playing over and over and More Fun to Miss, Let Me Down Easy, and Aurora are so fire, but my personal favorite? THE RIVER. IT'S SO BEAUTIFUL BUT EMOTIONAL AND RAW AND WHEN DAISY SCREAMS "I KNOW" OVER AND OVER IT'S LIKE I'M LOSING MY MIND OH MY GOD IT'S TOO TOO GOOD I CAN'T EVEN EXPRESS MYSELF RIGHT NOW. Safe to say I'm in love with their voices and the entire show. It amplified everything the book made me feel and made me feel it that much more. The characters were so perfect and each fit the role they were meant to play. The subtle changes in the plot made it even more elaborate and thought out; I was on board with it all. I loved loved loved the last show in Chicago when Daisy makes the little speech before singing. I feel like it put so much more in perspective regarding why she and Billy couldn't end up together. I didn't realize it, but up until that point, I was a bit confused with the reasoning, but I understand it so much better now. Two broken pieces don't always make a whole.
Concluding Remarks
I'm so happy with the show. I've never been happier. In conclusion, even though I'm gushing so much about the show, I do think that you need to read the book first. The show is amazing partly because of how well it supplements the book. The book is a must-read to truly enjoy the show for sure. I can never get over how amazing Taylor Jenkins Reid is. I know I'm a little late on her books, but I swear I'm going to make up for it. Biggest fan right here. Malibu Rising gon be next and I'm so stupidly excited. YOU'RE MY MORNING SUN TJR.
kiera_smith's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
ciaralouiser's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
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
3.75
carlyjordyn's review against another edition
4.0
I knew I would love this for many reasons (it’s tjr, i loved the show…etc)
I have a few small gripes but overall I thought this was a really great story and I didn’t mind the way it was structured like a lot of ppl did idk ! (not as good as the other books I’ve read from her tho!!!!)
I have a few small gripes but overall I thought this was a really great story and I didn’t mind the way it was structured like a lot of ppl did idk ! (not as good as the other books I’ve read from her tho!!!!)
clrwht's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
How does someone even begin to try sum up this book? It’s toxic, raw, emotional, intense and just so. damn. powerful. The interview writing style is rare in itself, but the way the story is told through so many people, giving you every side to every scene is ridiculously clever.
I loved to hate Daisy and hated to love Billy. Their characters were complex, and their relationship even more so, but it drew me in right from the beginning. The topics that are dealt with throughout the story are super heavy, but TJR has this way of bringing really inspiring and hopeful moments into the darkest of scenes that leave you absolutely wrecked, but also sort of grateful?
There are so many layers to this book I could talk about, but I feel like it’s going to take me a week just to unpack everything I’m feeling right now. I’m looking forward to rereading this again knowing everything I know now - it’s one of those books that you just know will give you an entirely different experience second time round and I can’t wait for that.
One part that has stuck with me is from Billy:
“I’m saying that when you really love someone, sometimes the things they need may hurt you, and some people are worth hurting for.”
paigeyprincess's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-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
4.0
"Why did I hurt myself like that? I can't explain it. I wish I could. I hated it about myself. I hated it about myself and I kept doing it and then I hated myself more. There are no good answers about this."
I loved the message of this book. Very emotional. As someone who is 6 months sober, there were a lot of things I strongly resonated with.
The whole thing is written in an interview style format, which was a little hard to get into at first. A bit cheesy at times, especially the email from Camila at the end and the "plot twist" of who the author was, but that's just TJR's style. It didn't change my life like it did for some people, but I really liked it!!!!
I loved the message of this book. Very emotional. As someone who is 6 months sober, there were a lot of things I strongly resonated with.
The whole thing is written in an interview style format, which was a little hard to get into at first. A bit cheesy at times, especially the email from Camila at the end and the "plot twist" of who the author was, but that's just TJR's style. It didn't change my life like it did for some people, but I really liked it!!!!
callienicole's review against another edition
3.0
3/5 stars.
This book has been hyped up so much I decided to see what all the fuss was about. About halfway through I was pretty convinced I was going to really dislike it, but this one surprised me. There is alot I DIDN'T like about it, but I actually kind of loved the way it turned out in the end, for reasons I'll explain. Daisy Jones And The Six is about a fictional rock band in the 1970's, and it's written like in a documentary style even though it's fiction. The story is told through interviews. It tells how Daisy Jones gets her start, and how the band, The Six, gets their start, and then how they get together.
First, let me breakdown all the content:
Language: Plenty of cussing and some f-bombs throughout.
Sexual Content: This book is about a fictional rock and roll band in the 70's, so there is *alot* of sleeping around (not described). Alot of partying. Some really ridiculously revealing outfits that are described. One character is unfaithful to his wife early in their marriage. About halfway through I was getting really weary of all this and wondering why I was even listening to this book, but I figured I'd persevere at that point so I could at least write a review.
Other: Pretty much everyone in this book is high or drunk at one point or another, some of the characters are throughout the entire book. There are just alot of drugs. One of the characters unapologetically has an abortion. I did appreciate that the author touched on the grief that abortion can cause the father, but I did not like that aspect to the story at all, as someone who is strongly pro-life. I disagreed with the message in this book surrounding abortion, and the situation made me really sad for the father. It lost a full star for me because of that.
Honestly, this is not the kind of book I would usually like at all, but what redeemed it for me was the strong theme of the importance of family. At the start of The Six, the lead singer Billy Dunn is a complete mess and drug addict. He is newly married with a baby on the way, but he just cannot get his act together. His wife finally gives him an ultimatum, and he gets clean for her. He wants to be a good husband and father, and he loves his family.
When Daisy Jones joins the band, she is basically high all. the. time. She feels very dangerous for Billy to be around because he is trying to stay clean for his family. There is also a weird chemistry between Daisy and Billy, and they understand each other artistically, so they become emotionally connected in an unhealthy way.
Some spoilers coming, so stop reading now if you don't want those.
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.
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I was not sure I even wanted to continue with the book because it seemed inevitable that Billy and Daisy were going to have an affair...but then they didn't. Billy remains faithful to his wife, even though he struggles with the temptation to be with Daisy. He eventually leaves the band to escape that temptation. Billy's wife, Camille, has a talk with Daisy and is kind and loving even as she asks her to leave the band (before she knew Billy was leaving it), and that conversation turns Daisy's life around as well.
What I loved about this book was that even though the book was about the musicians, the hero of the book was really Camille, Billy's wife. She stayed with him when it would have been easy for her to leave. Amidst all these people who have their lives completely messed up, she and her children are a little beacon of hope, a picture of what life *could be.* Because she was steadfast for Billy, she ended up not only keeping her family together, but turning around the lives of some of the other characters too. She was the glue that held most of the others together and gave them a vision of some other purpose for life besides drugs and fame and fortune.
So I hated all the trashy rock band stuff, but because it ended on such a family-affirming note, I had to give the book a decent star rating. I just liked the message the came through to me in the end.
This book has been hyped up so much I decided to see what all the fuss was about. About halfway through I was pretty convinced I was going to really dislike it, but this one surprised me. There is alot I DIDN'T like about it, but I actually kind of loved the way it turned out in the end, for reasons I'll explain. Daisy Jones And The Six is about a fictional rock band in the 1970's, and it's written like in a documentary style even though it's fiction. The story is told through interviews. It tells how Daisy Jones gets her start, and how the band, The Six, gets their start, and then how they get together.
First, let me breakdown all the content:
Language: Plenty of cussing and some f-bombs throughout.
Sexual Content: This book is about a fictional rock and roll band in the 70's, so there is *alot* of sleeping around (not described). Alot of partying. Some really ridiculously revealing outfits that are described. One character is unfaithful to his wife early in their marriage. About halfway through I was getting really weary of all this and wondering why I was even listening to this book, but I figured I'd persevere at that point so I could at least write a review.
Other: Pretty much everyone in this book is high or drunk at one point or another, some of the characters are throughout the entire book. There are just alot of drugs. One of the characters unapologetically has an abortion. I did appreciate that the author touched on the grief that abortion can cause the father, but I did not like that aspect to the story at all, as someone who is strongly pro-life. I disagreed with the message in this book surrounding abortion, and the situation made me really sad for the father. It lost a full star for me because of that.
Honestly, this is not the kind of book I would usually like at all, but what redeemed it for me was the strong theme of the importance of family. At the start of The Six, the lead singer Billy Dunn is a complete mess and drug addict. He is newly married with a baby on the way, but he just cannot get his act together. His wife finally gives him an ultimatum, and he gets clean for her. He wants to be a good husband and father, and he loves his family.
When Daisy Jones joins the band, she is basically high all. the. time. She feels very dangerous for Billy to be around because he is trying to stay clean for his family. There is also a weird chemistry between Daisy and Billy, and they understand each other artistically, so they become emotionally connected in an unhealthy way.
Some spoilers coming, so stop reading now if you don't want those.
.
.
.
.
.
I was not sure I even wanted to continue with the book because it seemed inevitable that Billy and Daisy were going to have an affair...but then they didn't. Billy remains faithful to his wife, even though he struggles with the temptation to be with Daisy. He eventually leaves the band to escape that temptation. Billy's wife, Camille, has a talk with Daisy and is kind and loving even as she asks her to leave the band (before she knew Billy was leaving it), and that conversation turns Daisy's life around as well.
What I loved about this book was that even though the book was about the musicians, the hero of the book was really Camille, Billy's wife. She stayed with him when it would have been easy for her to leave. Amidst all these people who have their lives completely messed up, she and her children are a little beacon of hope, a picture of what life *could be.* Because she was steadfast for Billy, she ended up not only keeping her family together, but turning around the lives of some of the other characters too. She was the glue that held most of the others together and gave them a vision of some other purpose for life besides drugs and fame and fortune.
So I hated all the trashy rock band stuff, but because it ended on such a family-affirming note, I had to give the book a decent star rating. I just liked the message the came through to me in the end.
alyturf's review against another edition
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5