Review: Love, Rosie by Cecelia Ahern

Love, Rosie is a heartwarming yet occasionally frustrating novel that follows the decades-long friendship of Rosie Dunne and Alex Stewart, childhood best friends whose unspoken love for each other is constantly thwarted by life's twists and turns. Told through letters, emails, and messages, the book highlights how missed opportunities and timing prevent them from being together, despite their undeniable connection.

The epistolary format is unique, but at times it makes the pacing feel sluggish and disconnected, which affects the emotional depth of the story. While some parts are charming, the constant misunderstandings and delays in their relationship can feel repetitive.

One of the memorable quotes from the book is:
"You deserve someone who loves you with every beat of his heart, someone who will always be there for you, and who will love every part of you, especially your flaws."
This sums up the overarching theme of the novel—waiting for the right kind of love, though it can be a drawn-out and exasperating journey.

Overall, Love, Rosie has its moments of warmth and humor, but the prolonged "will they, won’t they" plotline may leave readers feeling more frustrated than satisfied. It's a pleasant read, but lacks the emotional punch that could have made it more memorable.

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