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Random House Large Print (2018), Edition: Large Print, 608 pages
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Louisa Clark arrives in New York ready to start a new life, confident that she can embrace this new adventure and keep her relationship with Ambulance Sam alive across several thousand miles. She is thrown into the world of the superrich Gopniks: Leonard and his much younger second wife, Agnes, and a never-ending array of household staff and hangers-on. Lou is determined to get the most out of the experience and throws herself into her job and New York life within this privileged world. Before she knows what's happening, Lou is mixing in New York high society, where she meets Joshua Ryan, a man who brings with him a whisper of her past. In Still Me, as Lou tries to keep the two sides of her world together, she finds herself carrying secrets--not all her own--that cause a catastrophic change in her circumstances. And when matters come to a head, she has to ask herself Who is Louisa Clark? And how do you reconcile a heart that lives in two places?… (more)
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LibraryThing member Narshkite
I do love Louisa Clark. This book is not going to save the world, it won't change the way I view anything, but it brought me a great deal of happiness and the moral of the story is straight up empowering. As an added bonus, 25 years since I have lived in New York I fell in love with it all over
I loved the first book in the series absolutely, and was disappointed in the second which was fine, but no more. I thought about not reading this one, and I am so glad I changed my mind! Lovely.
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again. (I was never out of love with it, every visit is like going home, but this reminded me of things I haven't thought about in a long while -- wonderful things.) I loved the first book in the series absolutely, and was disappointed in the second which was fine, but no more. I thought about not reading this one, and I am so glad I changed my mind! Lovely.
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LibraryThing member mchwest
I'm so pleased with the continence of the story of Louisa Clark! Taking her to NYC and the trials and set backs she had but keeps her memory of Will, and what he told her to do, keeps the book going to a great end! Jojo has done it again!
LibraryThing member arielfl
I loved this book so much. Louisa Clark is such a breath of fresh air. In this novel she has decided to take Will's advice and live life to the fullest and say yes to new things by moving to NY and accepting a job as the caretaker for a wife who is one half of a very screwed up couple. Unpleasant
This book was a great continuation of the series. We even get to hear the voice of Will through letters he wrote about his time in NY. I loved getting to catch up with all of the characters from the past book and meeting the new residents of NY. It has been great fun seeing how Lou has grown and changed through the three books. We would all be better off with a Louisa Clark in our lives. Don't even get me started on Dean Martin. I don't know if I will even get over that. This book gave me all the feels. I love JoJo and Lou!
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things happen but Louisa always meets the challenge with compassion and kindness. Meanwhile back across the pond ambulance Sam isn't coping all that well with Louisa's absence. To complicate matters further Louisa keeps bumping into a rich and handsome American who is a dead ringer for Will. Louisa has to find out who she is before she can decide who is the right man for her.This book was a great continuation of the series. We even get to hear the voice of Will through letters he wrote about his time in NY. I loved getting to catch up with all of the characters from the past book and meeting the new residents of NY. It has been great fun seeing how Lou has grown and changed through the three books. We would all be better off with a Louisa Clark in our lives. Don't even get me started on Dean Martin. I don't know if I will even get over that. This book gave me all the feels. I love JoJo and Lou!
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LibraryThing member nbmars
This is the third book that follows the story of Louisa Clark, completing the series that started with Me Before You and continued with After You.
As this book begins, Louisa has arrived in New York to take a job as a paid companion to a wealthy young woman about her age.
She came on the
But long distance relationships are tough, as Nathan pointed out. It’s not just the sex and jealousy, he points out. “. . . he’s not going to be the first person you tell stuff to. The day-to-day bits and pieces. And that stuff is important.”
She works for Agnes Gopnik, who is the second, much younger wife of Leonard Gopnik. Leonard expects Agnes to engage in a full schedule of social and charitable activities, of which Louisa must keep track and to which she must occasionally accompany Agnes. Even when Agnes jogs, Louisa is expected to go along. (Running, maintains Louisa, is like kale. It’s possibly good for you, but life is too short to embrace it.)
Agnes, a beautiful Polish immigrant, is shunned by her husband’s older, socialite crowd; they remain loyal to his first wife, and disapproving in any event of second “trophy” wives. Agnes is also greatly resented by Leonard’s 24-year-old daughter Tabitha and even the housekeeper Ilaria, who originally worked for the first wife.
In a call back home, Louisa explains to her sister Treena that Agnes acts very erratically, and Treena responds: “Hasn’t everyone got something wrong with them in America? Don’t they like to take a lot of pills? Unlike England, where Mum would have you go for a nice brisk walk.”
Meanwhile, back in England, Sam, a paramedic, has a new work partner, a young woman named Katie Ingram. Louisa finds out more than she wants to know about her because, as Louisa confesses, “Reader, I did the stupid thing. I looked her up on Facebook.” Katie is not only cute, but posts pictures of herself with Sam in which she is clearly flirting with him.
But Louisa has her own temptations. At a charity ball with Agnes, she meets Joshua William Ryan the Third, who is the spitting image of Will Traynor, and who takes an immediate shine to Louisa.
To make matters worse, Sam comes to New York for a weekend visit, and everything goes wrong. They part on a discordant note. Louisa intends to make it up to him when she goes home for Christmas, but arriving early, she looks through Sam’s window and sees an alarming domestic scene with Sam and Katie.
Upon returning to New York, Louisa loses her job over a misunderstanding, and she is suddenly not only boyfriend-less, but homeless and alone in New York City. But this is Louisa we are talking about. She never loses her wit nor her kindness, and it’s unthinkable she won’t find a way to overcome any adversity.
Evaluation: I loved this book, much more than the second in the series. Louisa is a character you just can’t resist, and by now she is done actively mourning (as much as one ever can be, that is) and is back to confronting life with all of the heart and enthusiasm she had when she worked for Will Traynor. She never lets anything get her down for long, and her pluck, fortitude, and compassion ensure it’s hard to get tired of this character, and easy to adore her.
As this book begins, Louisa has arrived in New York to take a job as a paid companion to a wealthy young woman about her age.
She came on the
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recommendation of Nathan, who also worked for Will Traynor back in England. Louisa left behind her family, with whom she is close, and her new boyfriend Sam, because she wanted to follow the advice Will gave her before he died: “You only get one life. It's actually your duty to live it as fully as possible.” In addition, she is conscious of having boxed herself in for years doing what felt safe. “Now, she told Sam, “I guess I need to push myself. I need to know what I’m capable of if I stop looking down.”But long distance relationships are tough, as Nathan pointed out. It’s not just the sex and jealousy, he points out. “. . . he’s not going to be the first person you tell stuff to. The day-to-day bits and pieces. And that stuff is important.”
She works for Agnes Gopnik, who is the second, much younger wife of Leonard Gopnik. Leonard expects Agnes to engage in a full schedule of social and charitable activities, of which Louisa must keep track and to which she must occasionally accompany Agnes. Even when Agnes jogs, Louisa is expected to go along. (Running, maintains Louisa, is like kale. It’s possibly good for you, but life is too short to embrace it.)
Agnes, a beautiful Polish immigrant, is shunned by her husband’s older, socialite crowd; they remain loyal to his first wife, and disapproving in any event of second “trophy” wives. Agnes is also greatly resented by Leonard’s 24-year-old daughter Tabitha and even the housekeeper Ilaria, who originally worked for the first wife.
In a call back home, Louisa explains to her sister Treena that Agnes acts very erratically, and Treena responds: “Hasn’t everyone got something wrong with them in America? Don’t they like to take a lot of pills? Unlike England, where Mum would have you go for a nice brisk walk.”
Meanwhile, back in England, Sam, a paramedic, has a new work partner, a young woman named Katie Ingram. Louisa finds out more than she wants to know about her because, as Louisa confesses, “Reader, I did the stupid thing. I looked her up on Facebook.” Katie is not only cute, but posts pictures of herself with Sam in which she is clearly flirting with him.
But Louisa has her own temptations. At a charity ball with Agnes, she meets Joshua William Ryan the Third, who is the spitting image of Will Traynor, and who takes an immediate shine to Louisa.
To make matters worse, Sam comes to New York for a weekend visit, and everything goes wrong. They part on a discordant note. Louisa intends to make it up to him when she goes home for Christmas, but arriving early, she looks through Sam’s window and sees an alarming domestic scene with Sam and Katie.
Upon returning to New York, Louisa loses her job over a misunderstanding, and she is suddenly not only boyfriend-less, but homeless and alone in New York City. But this is Louisa we are talking about. She never loses her wit nor her kindness, and it’s unthinkable she won’t find a way to overcome any adversity.
Evaluation: I loved this book, much more than the second in the series. Louisa is a character you just can’t resist, and by now she is done actively mourning (as much as one ever can be, that is) and is back to confronting life with all of the heart and enthusiasm she had when she worked for Will Traynor. She never lets anything get her down for long, and her pluck, fortitude, and compassion ensure it’s hard to get tired of this character, and easy to adore her.
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LibraryThing member nyiper
I LOVED this final book about....the wonderful Louisa Clark!!! JoJo Moyes writes in a most the most appealing and I can picture her characters as she develops them. I just hated to have book end because in an interview Moyes said this was the last we would have of Louisa but what a wonderful three
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LibraryThing member MM_Jones
JoJo Moyes is a wonderful storyteller. This novel featuring Louisa Clark in New York will be more appreciated if you have read the previous two in the series. An entertaining read although I found it somewhat predictable with unnecessary subplots. If you haven't read her earlier books, several are
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LibraryThing member anacskie
Whew! Finished reading this book (Still Me) the other night and I enjoyed this book as much I enjoyed the first two books. This is my #botm from @bookofthemonth.
I love the main protagonist, Louisa Clark. She’s just an adorable character that made you wish she’s your best friend. I love her
Overall, I had fun reading this book and enjoyed Louisa’s experiences/adventures in New York - the ”Upper East Side”. This book reminds me of ”Nanny Diaries” and also ”Sex in the City” or ”Gossip Girl”. I gave this 4 out of 5. 📚📕📖🤓😎🤩🙂🙃⠀
I love the main protagonist, Louisa Clark. She’s just an adorable character that made you wish she’s your best friend. I love her
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fashion sense too. Although, I don’t see myself wearing an 80s ”Desperately Seeking Susan” outfit. But I would definitely wear a 50s dress and even a pill-box hat.⠀Overall, I had fun reading this book and enjoyed Louisa’s experiences/adventures in New York - the ”Upper East Side”. This book reminds me of ”Nanny Diaries” and also ”Sex in the City” or ”Gossip Girl”. I gave this 4 out of 5. 📚📕📖🤓😎🤩🙂🙃⠀
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LibraryThing member debkrenzer
This was my first book by Jojo Moyes, not without trying though. I tried hard to get the other two in this series, but, alas, it didn't happen. I did see the movie (I know, not really the full story).
This book continues the story of Louisa and now she is taking on New York. I thoroughly enjoyed
A great read that I thoroughly enjoyed.
Thanks to Pamela Dorman Books and Net Galley for providing me with a free e-galley in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.
This book continues the story of Louisa and now she is taking on New York. I thoroughly enjoyed
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the read. I loved Margot, Agnes can crawl in a hole somewhere. And Sam? I'm not sure about him. Looks like we will see him in the next book. Fingers crossed!A great read that I thoroughly enjoyed.
Thanks to Pamela Dorman Books and Net Galley for providing me with a free e-galley in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.
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LibraryThing member sleahey
This is a sequel to Moyes's Me Before You, but the author incorporates enough of the background into this narrative that I didn't mind not having read the earlier book. Louisa has left her family and boyfriend behind in England to move to New York for a new adventure. As an assistant to the new
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wife of a very wealthy man, Louisa is expected to turn over her life to the woman's wellbeing, which becomes a most complex balancing act. In the meantime she and her boyfriend are figuring out their long distance relationship, Louisa meets a charming man with an uncanny resemblance to a man she still grieves for, and she finds friendship in unexpected places. When two betrayals turn her life upsidedown, Louisa must find inner strength that she didn't know she possessed and support from unexpected sources. Her wit and sometimes madcap situations make this a fun read, even when her despair can seem overwhelming. Show Less
LibraryThing member wagner.sarah35
I'm not certain if this is the end of Louisa Clark's story, but it was nice to spend a little more time with her. With the last book leaving off with Lou headed to New York City, this book chronicles her American adventures and the toll it takes on her budding relationship with Sam. With her
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characteristic humor and awkwardness, Lou finds herself navigating the outlines of New York City high society, which includes quirky family dynamics, grumpy servants, and a temperamental old lady with a dog. Lou has her up and downs throughout this book and manages to slowly build the kind of future she wants. A good read and something those who've read the previous books in Lou's story will want to pick up. Show Less
LibraryThing member haymaai
I would be a fool to say that I did not absolutely love ‘Still Me’ since I cried my eyes out toward the end of the novel. This third installment in the ‘Me Before You’ trilogy takes place in New York City, where Louisa Clarke is employed to become the assistant to Agnes Gobenik, the wife a
I love the way the author, Jojo Moyes, expresses her characters’ personalities and feelings through letters and emails. When Sam begins to write to Louisa from England, I could not help but cry buckets! Having said all that, I highly recommend ‘Still Me’ as a terrific read, and I give it 4 to 4 ½ stars, which makes it a superior story, albeit not quite up to the perfection of her first novel.
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wealthy entrepreneur. Unfortunately, things don’t go quite as expected, and Louisa eventually finds herself homeless and without a job. Throughout the novel, Louisa struggles to find herself and to become the kind of person with her own distinctive mark on life. I was devastated by all of the hardships and uncertainties she faces in this huge city, but I was so moved by her courage and honesty at every turn. While putting her own brand on life, Louisa never stops from continuing to be the caring, kind person who makes a difference in the llives of others. I will say that the ending of the story is a bit cheesy, like a scene stolen from the movie ‘Sleepless in Seattle.’ But no matter…since I was completely won over, and cheering for Louisa at that point. I love the way the author, Jojo Moyes, expresses her characters’ personalities and feelings through letters and emails. When Sam begins to write to Louisa from England, I could not help but cry buckets! Having said all that, I highly recommend ‘Still Me’ as a terrific read, and I give it 4 to 4 ½ stars, which makes it a superior story, albeit not quite up to the perfection of her first novel.
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LibraryThing member indygo88
Still Me is the third (and last, I presume?) in the Me Before You series. This one picks up where the last one left off, with Louisa traveling to New York City to take a job as a personal assistant to the wife of a wealthy businessman. Encouraged by Will's legacy to stay true to herself, she begins
Like many, I was somewhat disappointed in the second installment of this series. While it was okay, I thought it had a dark undertone and was somewhat depressing. In Still Me, the New York setting seems to breathe new life into the series, and Louisa is back to being her more quirky, funny, lovable self. While this wasn't as heart-wrenching as the original Me Before You, it was an easy read, fun and enjoyable. The plot wasn't necessarily anything that hasn't been done before, but it was seen through Louisa's eyes, and that was refreshing. This has Nora Ephron movie-adaptation written all over it. And since I'm a fan of Ephron, I couldn't help but enjoy this book.
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a new life in New York while trying to keep her long-distance relationship with Ambulance Sam going.Like many, I was somewhat disappointed in the second installment of this series. While it was okay, I thought it had a dark undertone and was somewhat depressing. In Still Me, the New York setting seems to breathe new life into the series, and Louisa is back to being her more quirky, funny, lovable self. While this wasn't as heart-wrenching as the original Me Before You, it was an easy read, fun and enjoyable. The plot wasn't necessarily anything that hasn't been done before, but it was seen through Louisa's eyes, and that was refreshing. This has Nora Ephron movie-adaptation written all over it. And since I'm a fan of Ephron, I couldn't help but enjoy this book.
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LibraryThing member c.archer
This is still a story I want to read. It is a delightful and captivating continuation of the tale that capturing the hearts of so many readers in Me Before You. There is life after Will.
LibraryThing member bookczuk
Some would call this light reading, but I don't care. I've enjoyed this series, and continued to with this book.
LibraryThing member ilonita50
I received the First Chapter of Still me by Penguin for an honest review, thanks a million!
This is a continuing contemporary series book that tells us about Lou Clark and her new adventure crossing the ocean for New York. It gives the reader a glimpse of her character facing the jet-lag and
Then the story takes me to meet her acquaintance/ friend who takes her to the new family’s house she has agreed to work with, an ultra rich family…she has agreed to do it again, take care and be a companion to someone, woman this time…
The start is intriguing and synopsis tells ahead, this is going to be a romance, contemporary fiction, bit of heartbreak and a good lough.
I am rating as 2 ** because, this is only first chapter and so far it was promising, and without having read the whole book – it’s too far to say what my review will be. I have not read the previous two books, but I think it does not really matter, and anyone could read just this one, as I have seen the movie of the Me Before You.
This is a continuing contemporary series book that tells us about Lou Clark and her new adventure crossing the ocean for New York. It gives the reader a glimpse of her character facing the jet-lag and
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immigration ques at the airport and her story’s nature to blab suddenly everything to a complete stranger – immigration officer.Then the story takes me to meet her acquaintance/ friend who takes her to the new family’s house she has agreed to work with, an ultra rich family…she has agreed to do it again, take care and be a companion to someone, woman this time…
The start is intriguing and synopsis tells ahead, this is going to be a romance, contemporary fiction, bit of heartbreak and a good lough.
I am rating as 2 ** because, this is only first chapter and so far it was promising, and without having read the whole book – it’s too far to say what my review will be. I have not read the previous two books, but I think it does not really matter, and anyone could read just this one, as I have seen the movie of the Me Before You.
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LibraryThing member amylee39
Trilogies are tricky and I've read few that are good right up until the end. Sorry to say that this was the case with "Still Me".
For one thing, I am very disinterested in the rich and famous in New York. Yes, I am American but I could care less about spoiled, overindulged wealthy people and I
So, please let this be the end to a very sweet series. Three might be a charm but four is, well, just one too many.
For one thing, I am very disinterested in the rich and famous in New York. Yes, I am American but I could care less about spoiled, overindulged wealthy people and I
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think that I was supposed to be more interested in Louisa's New York employers than I was. Sorry Jojo - I would have been more entertained by the intrigue of London. For another, Louisa was still her zany, spunky self, but I knew that already and I didn't really need to know that she was still herself by reading another book. I got it. So, please let this be the end to a very sweet series. Three might be a charm but four is, well, just one too many.
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LibraryThing member janismack
This was a light read that I enjoyed just for that. Louisa is such a likable character and she is fun to follow around. Eventhough the end was a bit predictable, I enjoyed her New York journey none the less.
LibraryThing member shazjhb
Fun book to read. Good story. I suppose that is it but enjoyed everyone in the book.
LibraryThing member Whisper1
This third book in the trilogy of Louisa Clark struggling to live without the constant pain of loss. While some of the portions seemed contrived and sappy, I still read this book. Mainly, I stuck with it because this is an author who is a very good writer. No, she isn't Hemingway, but she writes a
This book finds Louisa accepting a position as a social secretary to a very rich and very dramatic New York City upper Echelon. Louisa has little time to enjoy the city as the spoiled woman soaks up every minute of her time.
This was worth reading, but it wasn't as strong as the other two that came before. Some of the plot is predictable.
Three Stars
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good story about a very likeable woman who is learning to stand on her feet and open her heart again. This book finds Louisa accepting a position as a social secretary to a very rich and very dramatic New York City upper Echelon. Louisa has little time to enjoy the city as the spoiled woman soaks up every minute of her time.
This was worth reading, but it wasn't as strong as the other two that came before. Some of the plot is predictable.
Three Stars
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LibraryThing member JJbooklvr
We pick up shortly after the end of After Me with Louisa coming to New York City to work as a personal assistant to the wife of a very rich businessman. It is quite a change from taking care of Will. Things don't go quite how she hoped and Louisa is forced to reinvent herself once again in her own
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unique way. Her journey made me laugh and even shed a tear or two as she finds her place in the world in a very satisfying ending. I don't think I will ever get tired of Louisa and will hold out hope that this will not be the last we will see of her. Show Less
LibraryThing member edwardsgt
The author has amazingly kept up the high standard of the first two books as Lou moves to New York to start a new life. The story is suffused with interesting new characters with real depth, as well as reminding readers of those from previous stories. Captures a sense of what it would be like to be
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LibraryThing member susandennis
There were two key parts of this book that were great disappointments but the rest was pure Louisa Clark gold. Also I read the Audible version and Anna Acton is the best. Her renditions of the various characters are as sharp as can be. You can tell one from the other at the first syllable.
LibraryThing member SBoren
I purchased this book from @bookofthemonth to read. All opinions are my own. 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Still Me by JoJo Moyes. Lou has done upscale English living, Paris living, and now we upscale Manhattan, Fifth Avenue living. Lou has taken her life to New York. Getting her bearings, learning a new job,
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finding friends, all while trying to hold together her relationship with Sam. Living 3000 miles apart is terrible for a new romance but tragedy breeds growth. Especially in Lou's small world. We get a surprise with her sister Treena's new romance and Mom and Dad are still settling in their new world. I didn't enjoy this one as much as the first two books but Moyes was entertaining as always in Lou's world. Review also posted on Instagram @borenbooks, Library Thing, Goodreads/StacieBoren, Amazon, Twitter @jason_stacie and my blog at readsbystacie.com Show Less
LibraryThing member kemilyh1988
Lou! Why do you always need a man?
LibraryThing member Circlestonesbooks
“I had started to understand New York a little bit more and, in return, it had started to accommodate me.” (Quotation page 88)
Content
Louisa Clark has arrived in New York and is now working as personal assistant to Mrs Gopnik, wife of multimillionaire Mr Leonard Gopnik. The new employment
Theme and Genre
This third novel of the series about Lou Clark is settled in New York. Important topics are family, friendship, love, changes, new opportunities and choices to be made during lifetime. It is also about feeling at home in different countries.
Characters
Lou Clark, although almost thirty, still has not found out, who she really wants to be, and what she wants to do with her life. She tries to adjust herself to the needs of others, until unforeseen events completely confuse her life and raise her self-esteem, forcing her to think about her own hopes and wishes for the future.
Plot and writing
The story is entertaining and includes exciting moments, especially when Lou begins to behave and act like an adult. There are also funny scenes, sad ones, interesting descriptions of New York and its very different lifestyles. The book is well written and enjoyable to read.
Conclusion
An entertaining, loveable story, especially for readers who have read the first two novels, Me Before You and After You. Personally, I really liked Me Before You, was quite disappointed about After You, but I like this third book of the series.
Content
Louisa Clark has arrived in New York and is now working as personal assistant to Mrs Gopnik, wife of multimillionaire Mr Leonard Gopnik. The new employment
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includes a small staff room in the famous building “The Lavery”, address Fifth Avenue. She is missing her family and boyfriend Sam back in the UK, but buzzling New York is waiting for her, with daily new experiences. Then she meets Josh and long-distance relationships are sometimes tough.Theme and Genre
This third novel of the series about Lou Clark is settled in New York. Important topics are family, friendship, love, changes, new opportunities and choices to be made during lifetime. It is also about feeling at home in different countries.
Characters
Lou Clark, although almost thirty, still has not found out, who she really wants to be, and what she wants to do with her life. She tries to adjust herself to the needs of others, until unforeseen events completely confuse her life and raise her self-esteem, forcing her to think about her own hopes and wishes for the future.
Plot and writing
The story is entertaining and includes exciting moments, especially when Lou begins to behave and act like an adult. There are also funny scenes, sad ones, interesting descriptions of New York and its very different lifestyles. The book is well written and enjoyable to read.
Conclusion
An entertaining, loveable story, especially for readers who have read the first two novels, Me Before You and After You. Personally, I really liked Me Before You, was quite disappointed about After You, but I like this third book of the series.
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Awards
The British Book Industry Awards (Shortlist — Fiction — 2019)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2018
ISBN
0525589279 / 9780525589273