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A review by amys_hygge_reads
Probably Nothing by Lauren Bravo
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Probably Nothing by Lauren Bravo
The Story 📚
Bryony is happy to be single. She spends some time swiping through the dating apps, which is where she meets Ed. Ed is fine, but the excitement and spark just isn’t there. After seeing each other a handful of times, for some friends with benefits situation, Bryony plans to ghost Ed. This is the last time.
But the next afternoon, in a queue for the new hot spot restaurant, Bryony gets a random phone call to tell her that Ed has died.
Next thing Bryony knows, she’s been told how in love Ed was with her, how much he’s told everyone about them and she’s invited back to the family home to meet everyone and attend the funeral. The people pleasing trait within Bryony says to just go along with it - because it would be rude not to, right?
The Review 👩🏻💻
This was such a witty, laugh out loud book. I listened to the audiobook, and found myself trying to hold back some giggles while out and about. The narrators done a pretty good job, and the format was good!
I didn’t realise going into this book that it was actually dual narration. Not a 50/50 split, but I did really enjoy Kelly’s story and how she built a connection with Bryony.
As a whole the story went on a little too long in my opinion. There’s definitely a chunk in the middle that I don’t remember. I enjoyed Kelly’s ending - but Bryony’s felt a little simple and anticlimactic seen as she was the protagonist. I also strongly disliked Noah, Bryony’s roommate!
Overall a good, sarcastic and lighthearted read, despite some heavier topics. A nice listen to keep you busy while doing some tasks around the house, or out for a stroll.
Probably Nothing by Lauren Bravo
The Story 📚
Bryony is happy to be single. She spends some time swiping through the dating apps, which is where she meets Ed. Ed is fine, but the excitement and spark just isn’t there. After seeing each other a handful of times, for some friends with benefits situation, Bryony plans to ghost Ed. This is the last time.
But the next afternoon, in a queue for the new hot spot restaurant, Bryony gets a random phone call to tell her that Ed has died.
Next thing Bryony knows, she’s been told how in love Ed was with her, how much he’s told everyone about them and she’s invited back to the family home to meet everyone and attend the funeral. The people pleasing trait within Bryony says to just go along with it - because it would be rude not to, right?
The Review 👩🏻💻
This was such a witty, laugh out loud book. I listened to the audiobook, and found myself trying to hold back some giggles while out and about. The narrators done a pretty good job, and the format was good!
I didn’t realise going into this book that it was actually dual narration. Not a 50/50 split, but I did really enjoy Kelly’s story and how she built a connection with Bryony.
As a whole the story went on a little too long in my opinion. There’s definitely a chunk in the middle that I don’t remember. I enjoyed Kelly’s ending - but Bryony’s felt a little simple and anticlimactic seen as she was the protagonist. I also strongly disliked Noah, Bryony’s roommate!
Overall a good, sarcastic and lighthearted read, despite some heavier topics. A nice listen to keep you busy while doing some tasks around the house, or out for a stroll.