I had read a sample of Giovanna Fletcher's "You're the One that I Want" on iBooks and I was quite intrigued by the storyline. Sadly my local library did not have it and it never seemed to be on the shelves in the bookstore. As I was doing my Christmas shopping yesterday, I wandered in to Indigo (the big bookstore chain in Canada) to have a look around. I walked past the adult fiction section and I decided to check to see if "You're the One that I Want" was in stock. Lo and behold it was! I started reading it last night and I was instantly hooked. I finished it today on my train ride home. I honestly don't remember the last time I read a book this fast.
Ben, Maddy, and Rob have been friends since childhood. As they grow up, they realize that their relationships change. Maddy discovers to find herself in the midst of a love triangle with both of her best friends in love with her. Who will she choose?
The chronology of "You're the One that I Want" spans about 15-20 years with the narration being split between Ben's and Maddy's voices. I found this book to be funny and charming with plenty of raw, emotional moments. The characters were beautifully described and I instantly became attached to them. I found the ending to be incredibly surprising and bittersweet -- I had to fight back a few tears! "You're the One that I Want" is definitely a page-turner and will keep the reader on their toes.
I would recommend that people over the age of 16 read this book. It contains some language and some adult scenes.
I really enjoyed reading this book and I can't wait to read Giovanna's other book "Billy and Me"!
I hope you enjoyed this book review! What books have you been reading recently?
xoxo M
*Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored in any way. All of the products mentioned have been bought by me or given as gifts by family. All opinions are my own.
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