Maybe in Another Life

Loved the two worlds/ sliding doors aspect to the storyGreat narrative of friendship and relationships and how they form our lives

Maybe in Another Life is a heart-breaking but honest portrayal of true love, friendship, and most importantly: choices. It’s the perfect read for fans of multiverses, what ifs, and cinnamon rolls.Hannah is 29 years old and feels lost in life. Although she has bounced from city to city, she's still trying to figure out where “home” is. After moving back to Los Angeles from New York, Hannah bumps into her high school sweetheart, Ethan, and at midnight she's is presented with two options: go home with her best friend, Gabby, or get a ride with Ethan later. The narrative then plays out in two timelines, with Hannah in the middle of both.Taylor Jenkins Reid has a spot on my auto-buy author list, and every time I read another one of her books, it solidifies her place as an all-time favourite. Her writing carries a wealth of depth and emotion to sweep you into the lives of her relatable protagonists. Hannah is a wonderful narrator for Maybe in Another Life. She’s a bit of a hot mess (who isn’t?), carries burdens from her past, and is still trying to work out what the future holds.Maybe in Another Life is a satisfying read. Not just for the romance, but for the characters and dialogue. In both timelines, there’s the prospect of romance. I really expected to like one more than the other, but I found both to be well-developed with lovable personalities. But the real highlight of Maybe in Another Life is Hannah’s friendship with Gabby. The romance is cute, but the relationship between the best friends is a delight. Their support for one another, their unbreakable bond, and the genuine appreciation they show is heart-warming.The book reminded me a lot of Sliding Doors (1998). It pushes the reader to start thinking about possibilities or alternative realities while highlighting the importance of appreciating the journey too. The primary theme is fate, responsibility, and finding happiness as it reminds us there are no real mistakes, just different paths. I love that it didn’t really matter which timeline led to the “real” happily ever after. Despite the difference in the parallel lives, Hannah’s realisations are the same.I felt the ending could be stronger and the pace dipped occasionally, but I love the story regardless. It’s a book that is classically TJR, witty, comforting, and authentic. And its message is unforgettably charming to read.

To go home or to stay out and party? Each decision leads to a significantly different life.I had such high hopes for this one. The synopsis gave me Sliding Door vibes, but unfortunately, that is not what it delivered.The pacing was pretty slow, the plot was not all that eventful and where Sliding Doors had an element of fate to it, no matter what choices you took, this did not, and so the whole premise therefore seemed a little off and pointless.All in all, I preferred the storyline where Hannah chooses to go home. She shows a lot more growth, learning and consideration not only for herself but also for others in this storyline. Plus the love interest is much more likeable.In the storyline where she chooses to stay out, I found her to be impulsive, a little selfish and just not particularly likeable. I also found Ethan to be just as impulsive and selfish and I thought the two of them were completely wrong for each other.As mentioned earlier, I had high hopes for this one, but it didn't deliver and left me feeling flat and pretty disappointed. All in all, it was ok, but not one I will be reading again and not a great introduction into the works of Taylor Jenkins Reid.

An enjoyable, easy read of love and loss exploring one moment that changed a life and set a new path. Lost me a little bit towards the end, which felt quite hurried but otherwise good.

This is a beautiful story of love, friendship, relationships, family and infinite possibilities.The story explores the concept of alternative realities, which is something I've considered and would like to think is really happening.Taylor Jenkins Reid is such a great storyteller, I can't read enough by her at the minute. She is fast becoming a favourite author.

I was really enjoying the book but then the twist came and it got far too cheesy. The idea of the book is nice but it felt too corny for me. Its very different from seven husbands…… so i feel abit disappointed about that. A quick easy read but not a must read.

I sort of get the impression the main character in this book likes cinnamon rolls, a lot! Not finished it yet but I hope it’s got something to do with the story otherwise it’s just very annoying as it’s mentioned virtually every 10 pages.

This is the first time I have read anything by Taylor Jenkins Reid and I'm very impressed. I just love how easy I slipped into the story, into Hannah's life and her two parallel endings.The book had a lovely voice that I related to so much. As a twenty-nine year old myself I also feel at times like Hannah, that my life is a bit of a disaster and not sure what direction my life is heading.This for me was a really finding your feet novel as well as an expression of how important friendships are. Sometimes this is more important than having a concrete place that is called home.Despite Hannah having a romantic interest in both outcomes, her friendship with Gabby was so beautiful and wonderfully showcased. A true friend will stay with you through the good and the bad.I thought I was going to enjoy one parallel life more than the other, however I liked both equally. I was rooting for Hannah in both and in some ways no matter which direction your life takes or what decisions are made things can and will work out.This book fell into my hands and a pivotal moment of my life and I am so looking forward to reading more from this author.

Súper padre

Inglês bem fácil de entender. Que livro incrível!!! Recomendo demais. Leiam que não vão se arrepender. Sensível, amável e leve.

parfait

Loved the story. The book is a pocket size and good quality.

Interessante Idee und sehr gewinnend umgesetzt, ich habe das Buch sehr gerne gelesen und konnte es kaum weglegen. Natürlich ist es grenzwertig kitschig, aber nicht wirklich, und die Gedankengänge sind tief. Auch kann ich die eine Rezension nicht nachvollziehen, dass die "Frauen" wieder von Traumprinzen gerettet werden müssen, es ist eine Liebesgeschichte mit Hindernissen, die "Traumprinzen" ergeben sich mehr zufällig, man hat nicht auf sie gewartet. Jedenfalls ist das sicher ein Buch, das man gerne mit anderen teilen möchte. Bitte mehr davon.