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A review by emvlreads
The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary
emotional
funny
hopeful
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
I just re-read this book for the third time, so that should tell you enough about how much I enjoy it.
Every time I read the parts with Justin, Tiffy’s arsehole ex-boyfriend, I have to take a deep breath as to not throw my e-reader across the room. Fuck, I hate that man. The worst is when hepublicly (like on stage during a live stream) proposes to her despite not having properly spoken to her for months. I almost didn’t want to read that part again. Out of all the creepy things that man has done, this one just makes my skin crawl. It makes me want to fucking scream.
Though this was my third read, it wasn’t any less enjoyable. I still had some Strong Feelings (read: wanting to punch Justin in the face). This is just such a lovely book, one that makes me laugh and makes me feel and it’s profound enough without being heavy. I love all the subplots in this book. I love the characters.
Just. Lovely.
Tiffy and Leon are the sort of couple I want to read about. I wish there were more contemporary novels like this one.
I also feel like I have to highlight how Tiffy’s past relationshipwith her abuser is handled. I quite liked how her friends didn’t pressure her to see what really happened (i.e. he abused her emotionally), but rather that they let her remember the truth for herself. I think O’Leary handled this subplot very elegantly.
Oh, and I also love how she writes Leon's pov. I haven't seen it done like that many times, but I love how it perfectly conveys his character.
Every time I read the parts with Justin, Tiffy’s arsehole ex-boyfriend, I have to take a deep breath as to not throw my e-reader across the room. Fuck, I hate that man. The worst is when he
Though this was my third read, it wasn’t any less enjoyable. I still had some Strong Feelings (read: wanting to punch Justin in the face). This is just such a lovely book, one that makes me laugh and makes me feel and it’s profound enough without being heavy. I love all the subplots in this book. I love the characters.
Just. Lovely.
Tiffy and Leon are the sort of couple I want to read about. I wish there were more contemporary novels like this one.
I also feel like I have to highlight how Tiffy’s past relationship
Oh, and I also love how she writes Leon's pov. I haven't seen it done like that many times, but I love how it perfectly conveys his character.