A really good read, I've watched the movie and loved it but enjoyed the book so much more. So well written that you feel every emotion, I cried a lot, laughed a little. I fet sad for Ryle and hatred too and all different emotions for lily too. Definately recommend this book. Now I'm off to read the next one. Enjoy x
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"Fifteen seconds. That’s all it takes to completely change everything about a person. Fifteen seconds that we’ll never get back." I don't think I have cried so much at a book, or had such a massive bookish hangover since I read Noughts and Crosses (Malorie Blackman) when I was 12 years old. This book was so different to what I expected it to be but so much more than I had hoped it would be and it took me 2 whole days to recover before I could even begin to attempt to write a review for this book. I started this book after getting home from work, absolutely knackered but kept awake by my excitement to start reading this book, and finished it within 4 hours (totally beat Amazon's 7 hours estimated reading time!). It then took me another hour to calm down before I could even think about going to bed and the next morning I feel totally emotionally exhausted. I couldn't put the book down, nor did I want to. I have to admit to a couple of mini breaks in order to wipe the heavy amount of tears from my eyes and prepare myself for what was coming next, but other than that I read this book in one go. CoHo has written us some amazing characters to fall in love with in the past, but I don't think I have ever been so proud of a heroine (CoHo's or anyone else's) than I was of Lily in this book. I loved her from page one and my admiration for her and her strength and conviction only grew the more I got into the book. She was real and vulnerable and she managed to find the strength to make the right choice in the hardest of situations. I honesty don't think I've admired a character more, and I feel like she is a heroine not just in this book, but for every girl and woman to look up to and be inspired by. I want to clear up one thing in this review, and it is the only thing I will say about the story line of this book. Do not be afraid of a love triangle. After reading the description it was exactly where my mind went to, but having read a lot of CoHo books before I totally trusted her, and it was the right thing to do. Yes, there are two male characters in this book, but in no way are they or a love triangle the focus of this book. The story is so much bigger than them and I really hope that people don't get scared away from this book because of an assumed love triangle. There is a very powerful message that is woven into this book, right from chapter one. It starts subtle, but as you read on you start to realise just how significant these moments are as the story comes together and gives us a raw and honest portrayal of a very realistic story. I've purposely said very little to nothing about the storyline because everyone should go into this book blind, that way you won;t expect anything. This is very important because it is totally unexpected for our heroine too. We realise at the same time as our MC the situation she has ended up in and this allows us to experience her journey with her, which makes it all the more powerful. We often hear authors telling us about how much of themselves they have poured into their books, and this book must have had gallons from CoHo, which is proved to us by the honesty of her authors note. I can honesty say that I have only cried at one other authors note before (Sweet Fall - Tillie Cole) but CoHo deserved every single one of my tears. On a final note I have to say how much I love the title and cover of this book, the reasoning for both becomes apparent as you read the book, and for the title especially has a very strong impact emotionally. "That’s what fifteen minutes can do to a person. It can destroy them. It can save them."
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I choose this book after seeing so many people talking about it on Instagram and Tiktok and seeing Colleen Hoover's name everywhere! I had never read one of her books before, so I thought I would give it a try. This is a different type of love story; it is quite an emotional and passionate read with a lot going on. It shows that things are never just black and white but many shades of grey. The subject matter is quite intense; Hoover's words are beautiful and raw while going some way to explaining the situation, why people stay, and their thought processes, though of course, this will be different for everyone. The story is about life choices, personal limitations, difficult situations and grey areas; sometimes, life just doesn't work out how you expect. The characters are all somewhat imperfect. I particularly enjoyed the Lilly / Atlas relationship, which was sweet and long-lasting. Hoover builds up the characters and shows their perfection before stripping them down again, revealing their flaws. I love that we follow Lilly from a teen through to adulthood. Her letters to Ellen DeGeneres are superb, full of emotion and a real story of what's happening in her life. I also liked that she didn't want to be a sheep from a young age and instead wanted to help and protect Atlas. Ryle is perfectly flawed, the dream man on the surface with such a dark and dangerous underside. However, he was superbly written, and while you want to hate him, you also feel kind of sorry for him. Lilly is probably my favourite character overall, though. The ending felt a little rushed, and I wanted to know more about Atlas. I also didn't like how Lilly's feelings changed so quickly – one minute, she was devastated and the next pining after another. I can see why she finds it so confusing! Finally, I feel unsure why Lilly is still keeping so many secrets at the end, almost like she is still protecting Ryle, which is disappointing. In all honesty, I didn't enjoy this as much as I had expected; I think all the hype probably didn't help. The story felt predictable from the beginning, although it was built in a slightly less predictable way. The book is about heartbreak, strength and breaking cycles, which is an excellent thing and hard to accomplish. At times the book had a slightly "50 shades" feel that I didn't enjoy. However, it was interesting to see everyone's thoughts on Ryle and how unsuspecting they all are, possibly the book's most authentic part. I feel a special mention should be given to the 'Note from the author' at the end of the book. It's very raw and emotional while explaining the connection between the author's life and the book. It feels courageous and extraordinary to include this.
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I have recently watched it ends with us then I read it finished it I just haven't been able to put it down I like the characters, I dislike the character that abuses his partner but like how well written his character. It is a good story which is based on a true story.
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Just discovered Colleen Hoover and thoroughly enjoyed this book. It’s a mixture of happiness and sadness. Had me in tears. Can’t wait to read another of her books.
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A must read for anyone that has experienced domestic abuse of any kind. A tale of strength, courage and resilience and most of all mother love
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This book spoke to me in so many ways. Beautifully painful and eye-opening. A must-read. The story follows a very true timeline. Those small lines were being drawn and then crossed... redrawn. I enjoyed the characters' growth, and I loved the pretty accurate portrayal of a DV relationship. I myself went through a dv relationship. This book was relatable and enjoyable. I found myself smiling and crying... it hit all the points it could have. I would definitely say some readers beware it can be triggering at times. I found myself reflecting on myself and my own past. I would highly recommend this book.
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Book received within 3 days and just love it
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Libro súper recomendable!!
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The best novel I’ve read, by the end I was in tears
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Très beau livre mais arriver abîmer...
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