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theespressoedition's review
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I'll admit, I'm still not entirely sure how I feel about Love Your Life.
It was cute - with a whirlwind, insta-love romance that jumpstarts the story. I found myself laughing aloud at the antics that took place in Italy. From the goofy names to the uncomfortable story sharing. Then, I suddenly found myself laughing for different reasons. It all felt really ridiculous. They proclaimed their love to one another so quickly and so publicly, without even knowing real names, occupations, or locations. It just seemed outlandish.
I suppose that was the point in order to lead into the rest of the story, but it became a little difficult to actually feel bad for the couple when things began to go awry. And they kept pushing for their relationship to work, despite having barely known each other in the first place. I suppose, if it were me, I would've called it off, rather than forcing something that was clearly not at all working, but maybe I'm just thinking about it too practically. It is just a story, after all.
Towards the last quarter, I really just wanted them to make the decision to lead their own separate lives and find what they love without being mushed together. I was both appreciative and frustrated with the ending of the book.
One thing I will say is that Herold was, by far, the best character!
It was cute - with a whirlwind, insta-love romance that jumpstarts the story. I found myself laughing aloud at the antics that took place in Italy. From the goofy names to the uncomfortable story sharing. Then, I suddenly found myself laughing for different reasons. It all felt really ridiculous. They proclaimed their love to one another so quickly and so publicly, without even knowing real names, occupations, or locations. It just seemed outlandish.
I suppose that was the point in order to lead into the rest of the story, but it became a little difficult to actually feel bad for the couple when things began to go awry. And they kept pushing for their relationship to work, despite having barely known each other in the first place. I suppose, if it were me, I would've called it off, rather than forcing something that was clearly not at all working, but maybe I'm just thinking about it too practically. It is just a story, after all.
Towards the last quarter, I really just wanted them to make the decision to lead their own separate lives and find what they love without being mushed together. I was both appreciative and frustrated with the ending of the book.
One thing I will say is that Herold was, by far, the best character!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Ableism and Chronic illness
Minor: Sexual content and Violence
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