Amelia

Can’t finish it

Revisado: 04-28-25

So I tried to like this. I got more than halfway through, but when I saw there were still five hours left, I couldn’t finish it.
He’s overbearing. She’s independent. But both in unhealthy ways.
*spoiler alert*And I get that that’s part of the allure, but it got to a point where she kept saying “no” to situations that would save her life. And she claims to love him so much, and recognizes her life is bound to his, but she’s still willing to die and condemn him to death than do the hard things. And he wants to protect her from every possible discomfort (I wish real men did more of that for their partners!), but she is so stubborn and he can literally make her with his mind… yet he is willing in mere days to fight that centuries old instinct for her, yet she’s unwilling to try for him. Her compassion is great, but her compassion for others trumps her compassion for his struggles and keeps putting herself and him in danger. I just don’t like her very much. I’m sure she’ll get there. But I’m not willing to find out in another five hours of listening.

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Heart wrenching, heartwarming, and lovely

Revisado: 06-11-24

I really enjoyed this book. It was more emotional than her other books I’ve read/listened to, at least for me. I couldn’t stop until I knew what was going to next, and then I couldn’t stop again because more needed to be revealed! I honestly cried a bit. It’s a beautiful story.

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Not what I expected, better than I imagined!

Revisado: 06-07-24

I really enjoyed this book. The characters, the humor, the realism. Didn’t want it to end! Highly recommend.

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Good-contains emotional/psychological abuse

Revisado: 02-16-24

This was a good book, although it was a bit triggering for me. A lot of gaslighting, a lot of questionable choices, and I found myself feeling ill for parts of it. I’m glad I got to the end, and Mhairi is one heck of a writer!
It is a good and relatable book, though it may be too intense for some listeners. It nearly was for me.

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Real, heartbreaking, healing and lovely

Revisado: 02-13-24

I don’t know how she does it, but Mhairi is able to create intricate, real, funny, and lovable characters. Reading the synopsis, I was on the fence. So glad I jumped over and gave it a try.

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Like the male narrator…

Revisado: 02-07-24

It was an ok listen, I finished it, but it never sucked me in. I didn’t particularly like the story. There were too many points of argument that could’ve been easily better argued. And the female narrator started to sound super staccato and forceful with her characters. I liked the male narrator. He was the only reason I could keep listening. I knew he’d make the characters more likeable and turn things around.

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A lovely coming-into-your-own-power story

Revisado: 01-28-24

This was so good. I was a bit skeptical in the beginning, but it kept getting better and better. The love story, sure, but more the self-love and acceptance that Georgina finds in herself. I wish it wasn’t over!

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This story speaks to me

Revisado: 09-14-23

I loved this book! My husband and I met when I was 18, was my first kiss, but it took us nine years to get to the place where we were finally able to admit we loved each other romantically. All of the indecision and fear took be right back.
I thought the narrator did an amazing job as well. She was personable and funny and made the story come to life. Looking forward to reading more from this author, and listening to more from this narrator.

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Wanted to love, couldn’t even finish

Revisado: 07-11-23

I was so excited for this book. It sounded interesting. But the reality didn’t live up to the hype. I found the adjectives superfluous and I could tell there was going to drama over the dishonesty from the get go. This is a pet peeve of mine, and in this case more so because Jamison is clearly interested in Vivienne but potentially sabotages it with unnecessary lying. Be an adult. Own your sh*t and be proud of it. Stop complicating everything because your afraid to address difficulties head on. Aaaand I digress.
I’ve read several reviews with spoilers and I see the relevant and necessary topics enfolded into the story. I think the lying and feeling of desperation did me in so I couldn’t get into it. Bummed. But glad the author is getting props from those who can look past my peeves.

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Triggering

Revisado: 06-23-23

I finished the book. It was ok. It definitely wasn’t my favorite. Some of the plot points may be triggering if you’re dealing with unresolved trauma. Infidelity, abuse, family-of-origin issues, etc. But if you enjoy a story about strong women overcoming tough situations, you might enjoy this.

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