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xywee's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
anggia's review
4.0
WHAT THE ACTUAL HECKKKKK
I DIDN’T SEE THE ENDING COMING???
OR WAS I TOO STUPID?
but aside from that, i just want to say that this book is really something, it starts off kinda slow, and boring? but then it gets better and interesting.
i am regretting that i put off reading this:-( because it’s actually THAT good.
it’s all so well written, and the story keeps getting better, and makes me wonder like where is this going? and i found myself can’t put the book down, hence me finishing it all in one sitting, kinda.
i really like the Blue’s character development.
you know how we have to take chances to be who we want to be, don’t be scared because the world has so much to offer and it will not come to us if we just stay still and only wait for the right moment to come.
we have to make the moment.
BUT STILL, WHAT THE HECK WAS THE ENDING😭
I DIDN’T SEE THE ENDING COMING???
OR WAS I TOO STUPID?
but aside from that, i just want to say that this book is really something, it starts off kinda slow, and boring? but then it gets better and interesting.
i am regretting that i put off reading this:-( because it’s actually THAT good.
it’s all so well written, and the story keeps getting better, and makes me wonder like where is this going? and i found myself can’t put the book down, hence me finishing it all in one sitting, kinda.
i really like the Blue’s character development.
you know how we have to take chances to be who we want to be, don’t be scared because the world has so much to offer and it will not come to us if we just stay still and only wait for the right moment to come.
we have to make the moment.
BUT STILL, WHAT THE HECK WAS THE ENDING😭
snowymiya's review
adventurous
emotional
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
kpmgeek's review
4.0
What a beautiful upbeat coming of age story that is nice, light, and enjoyable....
WAIT WHAT IS THAT ENDING? The ending, in the last 15minutes of the audiobook, completely guts you emotionally with an element you never foresaw but perfectly clicking into everything setup earlier. Wow. Not what I expected.
WAIT WHAT IS THAT ENDING? The ending, in the last 15minutes of the audiobook, completely guts you emotionally with an element you never foresaw but perfectly clicking into everything setup earlier. Wow. Not what I expected.
lavenderquills's review
5.0
omg OMG i just remembered this book and HAD TO rate it on here. Its amazing.
freyaelliott's review
4.0
It's what I would call a summer read all though admittedly I did read it in March. I thourughly (sorry I can't spell) enjoyed it, beautifuly written by someone with a fantastic imagination
siushi's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
serendipity_viv's review
5.0
I have never ready a book by Susie Day before and I now feel I should kick myself over it. I feel like I am really late to a great party!
Susie Day is a very descriptive writer who captures the feel of the Great British seaside vacation with clarity and nostalgia. I felt like my senses had been taken hostage, as I drooled at the imaginary smell of fish and chips on the beach and longed for a donut. I could visualise every part of the story with my senses kicking into over drive.
The book begins with a very dramatic scene that leaves you a little panicky. I honestly didn't know which way the story was about to go. I then sat wondering why the scene had been included, and it wasn't until half way through the book that I realised it was pivotal to the plot.
I loved Bluebell and her family, because I felt like I knew them. They were bits and pieces of many families I know and I was completely at home in their presence. Yet there was also a uniqueness and quirkiness to their personalities. Imagine Bluebell's mum; heavily pregnant and still drumming in a rock band. Fantastic! Let no woman feel unable to conquer the world and have a baby at the same time!
I adored the budding relationship between Tiger and her new girlfriend, Caitlin. It was just beautiful to watch Tiger change and grow up as she embraced her new found love. It was also sweet to watch Bluebell experience her first kiss with Merlin. This relationship really made me sigh with happiness, as I did know someone very similar to Merlin when I was younger; it brought back happy memories.
I did feel the book should come with some kind of warning, because you will need tissues by the end of it. I had a feeling half way through the book that I might not want to read the ending, yet I was even more devastated when I got there and realised it wasn't the ending I had forseen. This book reminded me in parts of films such as Big, Back To The Future and 16 Wishes. It was all of those films and yet it was none of them, because it really was unique in itself.
This book is simply gorgeous; an innocent coming of age story that carries you on an emotional journey. The writing is beautiful yet poignant, engaging yet very real. A perfect summer read.
If you haven't gathered yet from this review, I really really loved this book. It is so realistic and British yet wearing a generous layer of magical realism. Such a wonderful combination. I honestly can't wait to read more books by Susie Day.
Susie Day is a very descriptive writer who captures the feel of the Great British seaside vacation with clarity and nostalgia. I felt like my senses had been taken hostage, as I drooled at the imaginary smell of fish and chips on the beach and longed for a donut. I could visualise every part of the story with my senses kicking into over drive.
The book begins with a very dramatic scene that leaves you a little panicky. I honestly didn't know which way the story was about to go. I then sat wondering why the scene had been included, and it wasn't until half way through the book that I realised it was pivotal to the plot.
I loved Bluebell and her family, because I felt like I knew them. They were bits and pieces of many families I know and I was completely at home in their presence. Yet there was also a uniqueness and quirkiness to their personalities. Imagine Bluebell's mum; heavily pregnant and still drumming in a rock band. Fantastic! Let no woman feel unable to conquer the world and have a baby at the same time!
I adored the budding relationship between Tiger and her new girlfriend, Caitlin. It was just beautiful to watch Tiger change and grow up as she embraced her new found love. It was also sweet to watch Bluebell experience her first kiss with Merlin. This relationship really made me sigh with happiness, as I did know someone very similar to Merlin when I was younger; it brought back happy memories.
I did feel the book should come with some kind of warning, because you will need tissues by the end of it. I had a feeling half way through the book that I might not want to read the ending, yet I was even more devastated when I got there and realised it wasn't the ending I had forseen. This book reminded me in parts of films such as Big, Back To The Future and 16 Wishes. It was all of those films and yet it was none of them, because it really was unique in itself.
This book is simply gorgeous; an innocent coming of age story that carries you on an emotional journey. The writing is beautiful yet poignant, engaging yet very real. A perfect summer read.
If you haven't gathered yet from this review, I really really loved this book. It is so realistic and British yet wearing a generous layer of magical realism. Such a wonderful combination. I honestly can't wait to read more books by Susie Day.
izzysaround's review
4.0
The twice lived summer of bluebell jones was an enjoyable easy read kind of about discovering yourself and going about the concept of wanting to change the things you've done, or some cases haven't done. The ending was so sad... It came like ripping of a plaster, sharp and sudden.