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vdavison93's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
kirstyoughton's review against another edition
5.0
This is one book I have been desperate to read since I seen it was being released. I’m feeling so lucky to be able to read and review an early proof copy.
What a debut novel from Claire, I thoroughly enjoyed the messages behind the story which is basically that you don’t have to filter your life to be able to enjoy it. Millie is a single mother to her boy Wolf and she is an influencer on Instagram, she feels this will only work well and she will earn a living if she filters and photoshops her life. Then she meets the lovely Bell thus a very special friendship forms between Millie and Bell. Bell works for a fashion website, has just came out of a ten year relationship and is turning forty! I loved both of these characters. The only person in the story that kind of got on my nerves was Louis - Wolf’s dad but you will see why when you read this story yourself!
The pair come together to also try and save their local community centre from closing down with the help of Bell and Millie’s friends. Will they succeed? Will Bell and Mille become more happy with their lives in the end?
I thought this was a beautiful but amusing story about friendship, finding the positive in life and finding new love ❤️ I can’t wait to see what Claire comes up with next! 😊 I loved her writing style and it was so easy to get my head engrossed in this story. I give ‘Living My Best Li(f)e’ an obvious 5*/5*.
Thank you so much to Simon and Schuster for an advanced proof copy of this book.
What a debut novel from Claire, I thoroughly enjoyed the messages behind the story which is basically that you don’t have to filter your life to be able to enjoy it. Millie is a single mother to her boy Wolf and she is an influencer on Instagram, she feels this will only work well and she will earn a living if she filters and photoshops her life. Then she meets the lovely Bell thus a very special friendship forms between Millie and Bell. Bell works for a fashion website, has just came out of a ten year relationship and is turning forty! I loved both of these characters. The only person in the story that kind of got on my nerves was Louis - Wolf’s dad but you will see why when you read this story yourself!
The pair come together to also try and save their local community centre from closing down with the help of Bell and Millie’s friends. Will they succeed? Will Bell and Mille become more happy with their lives in the end?
I thought this was a beautiful but amusing story about friendship, finding the positive in life and finding new love ❤️ I can’t wait to see what Claire comes up with next! 😊 I loved her writing style and it was so easy to get my head engrossed in this story. I give ‘Living My Best Li(f)e’ an obvious 5*/5*.
Thank you so much to Simon and Schuster for an advanced proof copy of this book.
the_gingery_one's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
cemsreadingcorner's review against another edition
3.0
I thought the book could’ve been better. The beginning was kind of boring. I was engaged toward the middle. And it got a bit boring toward the end. Also, the main character, Bell, made an assumption about social media influencer, Millie. She thought that her life was perfect just because her pictures on social media were. Well, she sure did learn that her life was far from perfect when she met her. Glad they met and became friends so quickly. They both learned something from each other. Another thing I liked about the book was that there was a gay couple in the story. I like that. That’s awesome. There should be more gay couples in stories like this. And I like that the story ended on a positive note. I thought that was cool. The toasts that Suze (Bell’s work friend) and Millie gave at the end were moving. Brought tears to my eyes. I enjoyed the ending. I have mixed feelings about this book, but you should give this book a chance and see how you’d feel about it. You might feel differently. You never know. Happy reading!
novellenovels's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
thewoollygeek's review against another edition
5.0
What a wonderful debut novel, so fresh, funny and interesting. The characters are so likeable you just cant help but root for them. A wonderful story about friendship, social media and living your best life. This book not only entertains but it leaves you questioning your own social media life, looking forward to future books from Claire now.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
snazzybooks's review against another edition
3.0
The beginning of ‘living my best li(f)e’ hooked me in as it was such a nice change to read about characters who were a bit older than the usual - especially Bell, who is almost 40.
Bell and Millie are both likeable characters who I could identify with in some way, but their sudden friendship felt a little unbelievable as they seemed to become such close friends incredibly quickly. Wolf also seemed far too old for his age in the way he behaved and spoke - though that might just be me being overly critical.
The plot is quite sweet and it’s a nice light hearted read - you don’t have to worry about reading anything particularly upsetting or emotional - but I think the story just got a bit too twee at times, and some of the occurrences and situations felt a bit unbelievable/ convenient. So although I liked the two main characters, and it’s a light, entertaining read, I finished the book feeling like it could have done more.
Bell and Millie are both likeable characters who I could identify with in some way, but their sudden friendship felt a little unbelievable as they seemed to become such close friends incredibly quickly. Wolf also seemed far too old for his age in the way he behaved and spoke - though that might just be me being overly critical.
The plot is quite sweet and it’s a nice light hearted read - you don’t have to worry about reading anything particularly upsetting or emotional - but I think the story just got a bit too twee at times, and some of the occurrences and situations felt a bit unbelievable/ convenient. So although I liked the two main characters, and it’s a light, entertaining read, I finished the book feeling like it could have done more.
catrionalove's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
what_sammy_read's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
kallaxprincess's review against another edition
4.0
It was easy, fun and light, I enjoyed it a lot.
I love how it is critical but not hostile or dismissive toward social media.
The emphasis is always on relationships and community, while not losing the point that everyone is an individual.
I love how it is critical but not hostile or dismissive toward social media.
The emphasis is always on relationships and community, while not losing the point that everyone is an individual.