There is no point in mincing words: I loved this book.
Honestly, I don’t want to go into the plot, because it was so remarkable to see how it all unfolded. I don’t want to deprive anyone else of those feelings by giving away plot points.
The way the author handled a story of first loves, loss, redemption, and second chances was beautiful. It was written in a way that allowed this reader to feel and even experience the emotions of the characters. I think that’s one of the things that I appreciated most about it: I didn’t feel like I was an outsider watching the events happen, I was feeling them right along with the characters. I’m not sure that makes sense.
I guess it just really drew me in. With romances, it’s easy to sit back and just enjoy but remain outside of the story. That wasn’t the case with this novel. The author made me actually care what happened to Ellie and Grey.
In that regard, it wasn’t your typical “romance.” It was much more. I don’t usually cry when I read, but this author made me care enough to do so more than once. That’s why I can’t recommend this book highly enough.
Seriously, don’t miss it. You won’t be sorry.
My Goodreads review is below.
Eleanor & Grey by Brittainy C. CherryMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Every once in a while I come across a book that grabs me, and I just can’t put it down. “Eleanor & Grey” is one of those books. I can’t say enough good things about it. I wasn’t sure where the author was going at first; it seemed like it would be a “young love stays true” type of story. But then the author threw me for a loop and made me re-evaluate my perspective on the relationship between the two characters. I loved the way this was written. It was poetic at times, and haunting at others. The characters are fully formed, nobody came across as a stereotype or a caricature. I felt for and with these characters: I ached, I laughed, and I cried (and I do not usually cry at books). This was a wonderful story of heartbreak, loss, and redemption, and I loved every minute of it. I cannot recommend it highly enough. It was just that good. This is a must-read that should go on TBR lists immediately! This review was based on a complimentary pre-release copy.
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