Despite skeptisicm surrounding so called 'youtuber books', I'd say it's a disservice to yourself to avoid this book because you think you'd have to be a previous fan of the author to enjoy it. This is a lovely summer read, accessible for Louise's fans and those outside the youtube sphere.
The protagonist, Robin Wilde, is immediately endearing and empathetic. She shares all, the good, the bad, and the embarassing ('mummy's special haircut'). She feels real, and her acceptance of herself and her life (and the times where she struggles to) is both uplifting to the reader and a comfort. We see her come to the realisation that others have their own narratives and stories- though sometimes these can coincidentally serve to benefit Robin and drive the plot in a slightly 'deus ex machina' type of way. However, this is only once and understandable in crafting a story.
Overall, I believe that this is a comforting and fun read, that is made all the more impressive by being the author's first novel. It is warm, and definitely from the heart.
The protagonist, Robin Wilde, is immediately endearing and empathetic. She shares all, the good, the bad, and the embarassing ('mummy's special haircut'). She feels real, and her acceptance of herself and her life (and the times where she struggles to) is both uplifting to the reader and a comfort. We see her come to the realisation that others have their own narratives and stories- though sometimes these can coincidentally serve to benefit Robin and drive the plot in a slightly 'deus ex machina' type of way. However, this is only once and understandable in crafting a story.
Overall, I believe that this is a comforting and fun read, that is made all the more impressive by being the author's first novel. It is warm, and definitely from the heart.