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513 pages, Paperback
First published February 5, 2008
Audio book source: Audible (purchased)
Story Rating: 2.5 stars
Narrator: Susan Ericksen
Narration Rating: 4.5 stars
Genre: Women’s Fiction
Length: 17 hours and 54 minutes
The story kept me interested throughout the book but I got tired sometimes of the characters' behaviours and of some needless issues. But I was still invested in the story. I found Hannah's style smooth and her writing easily flows transporting you to another time (and yes we have too many 70s references but I didn't mind, maybe because I'm not that familiar with those times.
The ending was typical Hannah and I saw that twist coming because, you can say, I’m used to her style by now. I wish it was done in another way because I wasn't the biggest fan. I mean when you spend the whole book you end appreciating that plot development less.
I still plan on reading the second book but I don't think it was necessary. I read the synopsis and I'm glad it won't like I originally worried. it might.
Briefly, I enjoyed listening to the audiobook, which I recommend, but the book wasn't without its flaws. While I appreciated the imperfect characters, they did annoy me from time to time. Nonetheless, a few months later, I still think positively of this novel. Hannah's fans should definitely give it a go but anyone not familiar with her books should start with another.