Thursday, October 10, 2013

Just One Year by Gayle Forman

Just One Year (Just One Day, #2)After spending an amazing day and night together in Paris, Just One Year is Willem's story, picking up where Just One Day ended. His story of their year of quiet longing and near misses is a perfect counterpoint to Allyson's own as Willem undergoes a transformative journey, questioning his path, finding love, and ultimately, redefining himself.

I can’t even explain how excited I was for Just One Year. I loved Just One Day so much, so when I got the sequel in my mail, I basically screamed and danced around my house. It was all worth it, because this book is fantastic. I loved the whole concept of Just One Year. I loved that it had the same events as Just One Day, but from Willem’s perspective. Since I hadn’t read Just One Day in a few months before reading Just One Year, parts of the book were confusing. However, I was still able to figure out what was going on. I just recommend that you reread Just One Day before picking up Just One Year.

Ever since the first book, I’ve loved Willem. Given, there were some times where I got really annoyed with him. However, in the end, Willem is a fantastic character- and Just One Year reinforces that. Willem was sad for a lot of this book. It got to the point where I was kind of getting annoyed with him. However, I understand why he was so sad- and his emotions were both justified and realistic. I loved how his perspective provided a whole new depth to his and Allyson’s story. This sort of series hasn’t been done before, and it’s a great idea. Though she didn’t appear in the story much, I still love Allyson. Even weeks after first reading Just One Year, I still can’t get her and Willem out of my head. These characters are unforgettable. As soon as you start reading about other characters, these ones just pop right back into your head.

Gayle Forman has been one of my favorite writers since I read If I Stay, and her books have never disappointed. Just One Year is an unforgettable novel about how there’s two sides to every story- and how someone’s life can change in just one year. Forman’s writing is spot-on. If you haven’t read Just One Day (or Just One Year) you need to go pick up a copy right now, because it’s amazing.

FTC- Received for review.

7 comments:

rose.ann.castro said...

I think I might just go and buy this book after that fantastic review! I love the sound of this and isn't the cover just beautiful? Thanks for the great insight!

We Heart YA said...

Hm. It sounds like it's pretty similar to JUST ONE DAY, but from Willem's POV instead of Allyson's, and we're not sure about that. We loved Gayle Forman's earlier duology, but something in JUST ONE DAY was lacking for us. But obviously you loved both books, and we're glad to hear that!

Zoe said...

Rose- The cover is gorgeous!

We Heart YA- It's basically the same story as in Just One Day, but from Willem's POV. I think what may have been lacking information-wise is covered pretty well in Just One Year. But, I can see why you might be skeptical.

Unknown said...

I've really been wanting to read this book and Just One Day. It's in my amazon cart, just gotta get some money!

Love the review :) It has made it even harder to wait to get it!

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