“The thing I realize is, that it's not what you take, it's what you leave."
This is one of those books that is difficult to review because it's so utterly beautiful and gut-wrenching that no amount of words will do the book justice. Every single line in this novel is quote-worthy, and is life-changing. Seriously, when you read this book (and you should be reading it right this second), your eyes will be opened and you'll realize how breathtaking the writing is. Ms. Niven knows her way with words, and the story she has created will sweep you off of your feet. You might not realize at first how much you are enjoying the story, and then suddenly...BAM! It hits you. You might need to put it down for a second to do something, but you'll find that you can't because you need to find out what will happen to these characters and make sure things turn out okay (even though you know deep down that the conclusion won't be that okay). Honestly, this book will give you an experience like no other, and it is an experience everyone needs to have.
“The great thing about this life of ours is that you can be someone different to everybody.”
This novel follows Finch and Violet. Finch lives between states of the Asleep and the Awake, while Violet lives between states of Before and After. You can find out what exactly that means when you read, but they are just what the other needs. These characters are suffering in their own unique ways, and it reminds you that just because a person might look alright on the surface, you don't truly know what is going on beneath the mask they put on in their daily life. Finch and Violet go through many hardships, some of which they go through together, while others they must go through alone, but it is a beautiful thing to read and witness. Both characters had so much depth, a depth that takes many authors to establish over an entire series. But, Ms. Niven does it in one book. And that is something to admire.
“You know what I like about you, Finch? You’re interesting. You’re different. And I can talk to you. Don’t let that go to your head.”
… “You know what I like about you, Ultraviolet Remarkey-able? Everything.”
The romance between Violet and Finch shines off the pages, and is beautiful. I don't even know how to express how much I loved them as a couple. Violet and Finch were destined to meet, and they were meant for each other. They brought things out in each other that no one else could, and isn't that the point behind a solid relationship?
“You have been in every way all that anyone could be.… If anybody could have saved me it would have been you.”
Now onto the ending. It broke me, plain and simple. I knew what was going to happen. Deep down, I really knew. But, did it make it any less heartbreaking...no. That being said, it was amazing. I don't usually cry during books, but the entire ending of this novel brought tears to my eyes. I was simply in awe of how meaningful and deep the ending was. There really are no words to describe what you experience, you just have to read and find out.
“Sometimes there’s beauty in the tough words—it’s all in how you read them.”
This book deals with very difficult subjects, but Ms. Niven handles everything with a grace and gentle hand. She doesn't shy away from things, or make things lighter. But she does give the reader something to think about by the time they are finished reading. This to me is the hallmark of an amazing book. I am so grateful that I read this book, as it reminded me the importance of living our lives to the fullest and to always appreciate the small things. So go forth and wander...whether it's to the bookstore to get this book, or just someplace you've never been. You'll get why I said that after you read this book. And most importantly:
“I learned that there is good in this world, if you look hard enough for it. I learned that not everyone is disappointing, including me, and that a 1,257 bump in the ground can feel higher than a bell tower if you’re standing next to the right person.”
Happy reading :)
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My book came covered in what I have to assume is book glue on the edges of the pages. It was extremely difficult to get the book open and my students who wanted to borrow the book are not interested in messing with a product that wasn’t properly put together. When we try to open to certain pages they rip and it utterly hurts my soul. I am extremely frustrated mainly because I bought this with my own money and expected the book to be well put together.
