Format: Paperback
Pages: 394
Rating: 4 Stars
How I Got It: Purchased
Even
though I heard a lot of good things about this book it surprised me. I guess
it’s because of my own bias-I go into almost every contemporary with the
assumption it will be average. I’ve been reading quite a few good ones lately
so maybe I’ll be getting over these assumptions soon.
I
really liked Samantha as a character and identified with her. She kind of
reminds me of Sydney Sage from Vampire Academy and Bloodlines. But I think some
people might find her personality and thought process annoying.
Most
of the characters are well-developed like both families and Samantha’s friends.
Sometimes this can be hard when a story is told in first person, but Ms.
Fitzpatrick did spectacular. Especially, Tim. I wasn’t sure about him in the
beginning, but by the end I was in love with him and want more of his journey
and life.
It
would be easy to think this story is just a romance especially from the cover.
But, to me, it is also about Samantha’s personal journey and her relationship
with her family, friends, and the other Garretts.
Don’t
worry though-the romance is also enjoyable. I’ve seen some people’s reviews and
they feel like this is insta-love, but that isn’t how I interpreted it.
This
was a perfect contemporary. It was a nice blend of romance and friendship. And
all of the characters were fun to read about. Plus, it pulled at your heart
strings just enough to keep you reading.
My
Life Next Door is a great summer read and I would recommend it. I’m excited to
read more of Huntley Fitzpatrick’s books and I’m mad I have to wait a year to
read the companion novel-The Boy Most Likely.
~Thanks for reading!
-Holly
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