Slam Book with Jennifer E. Smith

[dropcap]I[/dropcap] can't tell you how excited I am about this latest Slam Book interview. The last Slam Book I posted was for Jacqueline Patricks and that feels like eons ago. Now, it's back and with a BANG!!! Because I've interviewed one of my favorite authors ever. YAYYYYYYYYY!!!

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="379"] Jeremy Renner sums up what I'm feeling right now.[/caption]

If you don't know it already, let me just say that Jennifer E. Smith is awesome and I love her. One of her books, The Geography of You and Me, is finally coming out in paperback (I've waited a long time for this because I already have two of her books in paperback) this March 3, 2015 (although I have yet to check if it's the same date for our local bookstores here in the Philippines). Aside from that, her latest book, Hello, Goodbye and Everything in Between, is set for release on September. And as most of you probably know, The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight is on its way to the big screen. So to celebrate all these accomplishments, Jennifer is here to answer my slam book!

Here we go!



About the Author:
Jennifer E. Smith is the authJennifer E. Smithor of The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight, The Storm Makers, You Are Here, and The Comeback Season. She earned her master's degree in creative writing from the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, and currently works as an editor in New York City. Her writing has been translated into 28 languages.

Website | Twitter | Goodreads

NICKNAME: Jen
AGE: 34
ZODIAC SIGN: Scorpio
DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS: nerdy, genuine, creative

FAVORITES
COLOR: lavender
ACTOR: Colin Firth
ACTRESS: Meryl Streep
SONG: Shelter from the Storm by Bob Dylan
BAND/SINGER: The Beatles
BOOK: Harry Potter
MOVIE: The Shawshank Redemption
BOOK-TURNED-MOVIE: The Devil Wears Prada
BOOK/MOVIE QUOTE: “Of course it is happening inside your head, Harry, but why on earth should that mean that it is not real?”
FICTIONAL CHARACTER: Jo March from The Little Women
FOOD: Tacos
HOBBIES: Traveling
GUILTY PLEASURE: Too much TV
PET PEEVES: People who are thinking about the next thing they want to say instead of listening to what you’re saying.

THE REAL STUFF...
1. I've read three of your books (Statistical, Geography, and Happy) and I love all of them. The thing I love most about these books is the ending. It's happy, but not fireworks-blasting-in-the-background happy. It's more like, calm-and-lazy happy. Is this something that you consciously incorporate in your novels?
Yes, absolutely. I get a lot of questions about what happens to the characters later, since the books are a little bit open-ended. I always joke that they end with an ellipses instead of an exclamation point. But I think it’s more realistic to leave things on a happy and hopeful note, rather than a sweeping, fireworks-blasting, eternal-love kind of note, so that’s just what I tend to do. (Though as a reader, I always appreciate the fireworks-type of endings, too!)

2. Speaking of endings, do you believe in happily ever after?
I’m an optimist and a romantic, so yes!

3. I know this is like picking a favorite child, but I hope you can indulge us. Who's your favorite character from all of your books and why?
This is always such a hard question! But I’d have to go with Oliver, only because he was so much fun to write. He’s funny and charming and full of great banter, and definitely not the worst person to be stuck with on a long flight. (I'd go with Oliver, too! - Joy)

4. Last I heard, Hailee Steinfeld is set to star in the adaptation of Statistical. Any other updates? Have they picked a guy yet? I know he's supposed to be British (squeal!) and uber charming. Do you have someone in mind? :)
No updates yet, but hopefully soon!

5. Hello, Goodbye and Everything in Between is coming out in September (lovely cover, by the way) and I am so excited. But I'm also a little bit scared because I can relate to the situation the characters find themselves in. So... can we expect a happy ending? And, my friend Laila asked, was this book inspired by actual events?
Thank you – I’m looking forward to it, too! It’s about a couple that’s been together for two years, and it’s their last night before they leave for separate colleges, and they’re still trying to decide whether or not to break up. It wasn’t inspired by real events in any sort of obvious way – I didn’t have a boyfriend at the time I was leaving for college – but that night has always stood out really sharply in my memory, so a lot of the smaller moments and emotions are very much based on my own experiences.

6. If you can go back in time (like, maybe 10, 15 years ago) and talk to your old self, what would you say?
Chin up! Just keep working hard, and good things will happen…



I'm in tears, you guys. I can't believe Jennifer E. Smith is actually on my blog.



Thank you so much, Jen, for answering my Slam Book. I know I can speak for other readers when I say that we enjoyed reading your responses and that it's so nice to know that you love Harry Potter, too. :D

Make sure to get the The Geography of You and Me paperback (this book's really good) and Hello, Goodbye and Everything in Between once it comes out. I know I will.

Want to see your favorite author answer my Slam Book? Drop a comment!
3:00 AM
Dork in Disguise is a dorky but cute Middle-Grade read

Dork in Disguise is for the dorks, geeks, and nerds in all of us. But really, what's the difference?

According to HelloGiggles:
Geek (n.)- Someone who spends a lot of time and energy in a certain area, not necessarily computers or technology; An outwardly normal person who has taken the time to learn technical skills. They are generally not athletic and enjoy video games, comic books, being on the internet, etc.

Nerd (n.)- A socially awkward person who has learned technical skills due to the spare time they enjoy from being generally neglected; one whose IQ exceeds his weight.

Dork (n.)- Someone who has odd interests and is often silly at times. A dork is also someone who can be themselves and not care what anyone thinks. Dorks are typically more noted for their quirky personality.

In short:
Geek- Smart but not awkward
Nerd- Smart and awkward
Dork- Smart in less useful areas, awkward but proud regardless

If I'm going to be technical about this, I can tell you that Jerry is not a dork. He's more like a nerd - smart and awkward. But these terms are used interchangeably nowadays so I'm okay either way.

Jerry is good at every subject in school, especially science (he even makes his own experiments) but he attempts to hide this for fear of embarrassment and rejection. He wants to be a cool guy with a swagger, a happy-go-lucky attitude, and rollerblading skills.

As he attempts to be cool, Jerry does things that are super stupid for me like not wearing his glasses even though he's nearsighted. As someone who has poor vision like Jerry, this felt like torture for me. I mean, eyeglasses are worn for vision, not fashion. And then he tries to act stupid by not answering teachers' questions even though he knows the answers. He plays dumb (Come on, who'd want to be dumb?!) and gets himself in danger.

The worst thing about this though is the amount of lies he'd had to tell people just so he can pull off this cool guy persona. This book reminded me a lot of The Secret Identity of Devon Delaney because of this.

This book had science, nerdy parts which I skipped but in general, I enjoyed it. It was a simple, quick read and although the plot and its lessons were not completely new, it still worked. The humor, I think, was what saved this book. Brenda, Jerry's friend, delivers most of the good lines. Like this:
Can you believe it? The guy's almost brain dead, and look at the attention he gets.

And since this is Middle Grade fiction, I didn't really expect anything that resembles romance so I was surprised with the ending.

Over all, Dork in Disguise, both despite and because of its simplicity, is worth reading. Pick it up in between your heavy, serious reads and you'll enjoy it.



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2:30 AM
12 Book Boyfriends You Should Date This Valentine's Day

[dropcap]W[/dropcap]hatever your relationship status is on Facebook, if you're a certified book lover, you know that a date with a fictional character is one of the best ways to celebrate Valentine's Day. It can get a little bit stressful to celebrate the Day of Hearts because of the crowds and the lines and whatnot. So if you feel like staying inside the house and enjoying the comfort of your bed, these guys are your best companions. :)

Book Boyfriends

1. Cricket from Lola and The Boy Next Door
Aha! You probably thought I'd pick Etienne St. Clair since I loved Anna and the French Kiss. Well, I did think of doing that but I think Cricket deserves some recognition this time. Unlike Etienne, Cricket is tall. He's a genius, an inventor who can literally give you the stars, and a really nice, sweet, kind guy. Plus, he can give you tickets to the next winter Olympics. ;)
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: A planetarium or an open area where you can stargaze. He's romantic and nerdy like that.

2. Dash from Dash and Lily's Book of Dares
Dash isn't a guy you can call romantic. But who needs romance when you can get a smart, oddly funny, and articulate guy like Dash? I don't imagine him to be super good-looking but he's definitely charming.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: A library where you can feed your book lust. You'll each pick a book and talk about it afterwards. Ideal booknerd date, if you ask me.

3. Percy Jackson from all the PJO and HoO books
No list is complete without Percy Jackson, right? LOL. By now you know all about my obsession with this demigod but I have good reasons, okay? This guy is seriously funny, sassy, confident, brave, cute (don't ask how I know. I just know, even without imagining Logan Lerman's face), smart, and strong. Plus, when he was given a chance to become a god and be immortal, he declined and chose to stay human with Annabeth (sorry, I hope I didn't spoil anyone) so you know that his heart's in the right place.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: Mount Olympus? Nah. He's more of a beach dude so he'll take you to the ocean. Probably a cruise with swimming lessons and kissing underwater (he can build a bubble big enough for the two of you so you won't drown). I don't know about you but I'm definitely signing up for that.

4. Adam from If I Stay and Where She Went
The Adam from If I Stay and the Adam from Where She Went are like two different guys because of all the drama between these two books. You get a cool, sweet, relaxed guy from the first book and a lonely, vulnerable man in the second one. It may sound depressing but hey, men aren't supposed to be always strong and unfazed. Sometimes, we like seeing them show feelings, too.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: Because he's a musician -- and a popular one at that -- he'll probably take you to a concert or a small out-of-town gig. You get to choose, actually. He's sensitive like that. #FEELS

5. Simon from The Mortal Instruments series
I like Jace. But I feel for the underdog. Simon, Clary's best friend since they were kids, is the most underrated character in their group simply because he's not a Shadowhunter and basically a mundane until he was bitten and turned into a vampire. Despite this, he's brave and he's willing to do anything for the people he love. He's willing to risk his life for his friends, even for Jace and Alec who are not really that close to him. And he was one of the most developed characters by the end of the series.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: Church? JK. Simon's a pretty low-key guy so he'll probably have coffee with you or have pizza delivered at your place. Is that boring?

6. Ethan from Something Borrowed and Something Blue
Of course I'm really thinking of John Krasinski from the movie and the guy is awesome. But Ethan from the books is also nice. Between him and Dex (from Something Borrowed), I think Ethan is the better guy. He's responsible, talented, kind, and sweet but he's also brutally honest. He didn't take crap from anyone, especially Darcy, and it made all the difference.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: The park, of course! A quiet, uncrowded, a little bit hidden park in London. :)

Book Boyfriends

7. Will from the Slammed trilogy
I'm actually on the fence with this one because although Will has good qualities and he's been known to make girls swoon (myself included), I also found him to be too cheesy at times. But in general, he was a great man. And come on, any guy who rocks at slam poetry automatically makes it on my list.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: Besides poetry slam? Hmm... He'll probably take you for a ride on his truck. He'll bring grilled cheese sandwiches which he made himself.[pullquote][/pullquote]

8. Jake from Cinderella Screwed Me Over
Jake is one of the most patient characters I've ever encountered. He's kind, sweet, mega swoon-worthy, funny, and did I mention patient? He will listen to you as you blabber about your life and he will always be there when you need him. He's not perfect but he makes it look like he is.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: He owns a restaurant, you guys! But no, he won't take you there, that's so cliche. He's rich but he's pretty laid-back so he'll cook your favorite food and then you can watch action movies together.

9. Noah from The Notebook (and The Wedding, which you probably haven't read)
You probably saw this one coming from a mile away. I have read and watched so many Nicholas Sparks books/movies, and after watching The Best of Me, I was completely ready to stop. His novels have started looking generic to me. But Noah Calhoun remains a favorite to me. Of course, it helps that it was Ryan Gosling who portrayed him. But Noah from the books was just as awesome. He's passionate, persistent, hardworking, and a true blue romantic. If you're the type who believe in soul mates, Noah's someone you'd want to spend your whole life with.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: A Valentine's Day date is Noah's area of expertise. You'll start your day with breakfast in bed. Or by sipping coffee on the front porch. He'll give you flowers straight from his garden. And then you'll go to the beach or row your boat in the lake. If that isn't romantic, then I don't know what is.

10. Paul from A Thousand Pieces of You
If Noah's romance isn't for you, maybe you need a quiet, mysterious kind of guy who's not too big on words but is  willing to risk everything for you. That's Paul Markov. He's a physicist so he's smart, but he's not arrogant. He's a man of few words but his words matter. What he lacks in words, he can make up in action. Paul's very brave and he won't think twice about risking his life for the ones he love.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: A super futuristic Japan? 16th century America? Or on a different planet? Take your pick, 'cause Paul's Firebird can take you there.

11. Graham from This is What Happy Looks Like
Graham Larkin is a star but don't let that fool you. Behind the camera, Graham is a funny, witty, down to earth teenage kid. And he has a pet pig named Wilbur who likes to take walks. I mean, isn't that enough reason to date him?
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: The beach, of course! You'll swim, eat whoopie pies, and make out before watching the sunset.

12. Luke from The Secret Identity of Devon Delaney (and Devon Delaney Should Totally Know Better, which I haven't read yet)
Has anyone read this adorable book? I have fond memories of reading this several years ago. I loved it so much. Luke was my favorite character and if you've read the book, you'll understand why. Luke hangs out with the school's cool group, the A-listers. But unlike his best friend, Luke is, in reality, smart and kind and funny. He's the type who cares about his school project. And he will walk you home and even play with your younger sibling. Thinking about him makes me want to read this book again.
Where He'll Most Likely Take You: To the ice skating rink! He's probably not good at it, but he knows you will like it. ;)

Whew! That was a long list. But I sure had fun doing this. :D

Fictional Character

Do you have other book boyfriends that you think should be in this list? Let me know in the Comments!
5:51 AM
'All's Fair in Love and Cupcakes' was not appetizing

[dropcap]I[/dropcap] wanted to love All's Fair in Love and Cupcakes, I really did. Sadly, I only felt frustration towards the book. And I say sadly because this book had so much potential. First, the cover is awesome. I love covers with food and pink and cute, cursive fonts. And then there's the best friends-turned-lovers plot which never fails to please me (up until this point, more on that later). And food. I've read a few books with main characters who like cooking or baking and I've always loved those. So when I saw this in NetGalley, All's Fair in Love and Cupcakes really seemed like the type of novel that will go straight to my "favorites" shelf.

So what happened? A list comes in handy in this case.

I liked...
1. The alternating POVs - It showed me what was going on in Kat and Lucas' minds. When it comes to romance, I like knowing what goes on in a guy's mind.
2. Cupcake Combat - The reality show element of All's Fair in Love and Cupcakes gave excitement to this book. When I look back to it, Cupcake Combat was actually the single, exciting thing in this book. The twist in the results was unexpected and like Kat, I felt anxious about every round.

I disliked...
1. The over-introspection - This book was brimming with introspection and pining and insecurity. Kat is a very insecure woman, which she blames on her family's background and lack of support from them. But I think she just really misunderstood her family and assumed the worst from them. Both Kat and Lucas did a lot of thinking and less action, which bored me to tears. It would have been okay if their thoughts and feelings weren't the same throughout the book but from the start, I already knew that they both like each other but are afraid to be rejected. It was redundant and unexciting and boring.
2. Kat and Lucas' unwillingness to talk and the lack of dialogue - Again, too much introspection and not much action. There were very few conversations along the way, and most of it were frustrating. At one point, I asked myself, are these two really best friends? If so, why are they not talking?! Friends talk, you know. And even when they don't talk, if they really know each other well, they'd get clues about what the other is feeling. So it seemed a little unrealistic for me that with so many years being friends, Kat and Lucas didn't have a clue that they're both in love with each other. Lucas even bought a land and a house for Kat and yet he didn't even know that Kat is in love with him. What's up with that?
3. The pacing - A lot of time would have been saved if only Kat and Lucas actually talked about their feelings to each other. That said, this book is so frustratingly sloooow. And unnecessarily so. Somewhere along the middle of the competition, something big happened between Kat and Lucas. I thought things will pick up and start getting exciting. But nooo. It's like nothing happened and they got back to being their old, pining-but-never-talking selves. The ending was good, but because of the long wait, I found it lackluster and I was just happy that the torture finally stopped.

All's Fair in Love and Cupcakes was a case of wrong assumptions and jumping to conclusions. If you ever decide to read it, make sure you have lots of time and patience.



As a reader and reviewer, I aim to write fair and honest reviews, both on this site and on Goodreads. Please read my Review Policy here.
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Hello, hello, awesome people! So... it's been a while since I last did a tag. You've probably seen this tag before because it's everywhere.

First off, some rules:

  • Thank the blogger that nominated you, and link back to their site.

  • Post the award’s logo onto your blog.

  • Answer the 10 questions you’ve been asked.

  • Nominate 10 other bloggers and ask them 10 questions.


I was tagged by two lovely, awesome girls. First, by Paula of Her Book Thoughts who tagged me in December (see how late this post is?) and second, by Felicia of A Silly Girl's Thoughts, who tagged me in January. If you haven't checked out their blogs yet, do it after reading this post. Seriously, they are both amazing and super nice. Paula writes honest, sassy reviews while Felicia writes her life (at least parts of it) story chapter by chapter and reviews books on the side.

Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award
Here are Paula's questions:
1. Do you spend more time reading on the screen or on paper?
On screen, although I'm trying to change that now. For the last 2, 3 years, I've been devouring ebooks like a mad man. I have lots of unread print books which I plan to get to this year. :)
2. When you are not reading, what do you do?
LOTS. I work. I write on my journal. I sometimes cook/bake. I watch movies at least once a week -- usually marathons. I also binge-watch US TV series and Koreanovelas, which is my latest addiction. :)

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="558"]It's Okay That's Love "It's Okay, That's Love" was the second Koreanovela I watched this year and it is AMAZEBALLS! It made me want to watch more Koreanovelas :))[/caption]

3. How’s your romantic life? HAHAHAHAHA okay *clears throat* Who is your CURRENT book boyfriend?
Oh. The last book I read with romance in it was Dash and Lily's Book of Dares and I did love Dash, but I'm kind of over him now. I'd have to say that my ultimate book boyfriend is still Etienne from Anna and the French Kiss. <3
4. Author you’ve read the most books from?
Probably Rick Riordan *cough* because he's written series after series after series and I've read 'em all.

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="408"]Rick Riordan Source[/caption]

5. WHAT IS THE BEST SERIES EVER? for you
Hands down, Harry Potter. I love Percy Jackson books but I don't think there's any series that can top Harry Potter.

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="442"]Harry Potter 15th anniversary edition That special edition I've been lusting over... now I can't find it in bookstores. Le sigh...[/caption]

6. What is your drink of choice while reading?
Water? I dunno, I'd love to say coffee or tea (that'll definitely make me seem sophisticated) but I usually read in bed or in transit so I don't drink while reading.
7. Fictional character you probably would have actually dated in High School
HA! This one's a great question, Paula. :D I'm just gonna throw it out there... Percy Jackson! Although I'm not 100% convinced that there are demigods, I do know that there are funny, quick-witted, sassy guys out there and I've had guy friends like that. Like this one guy who also happens to be cute and... okay, I got a little bit carried away.

Percy Jackson Logan Lerman

8. Give me a HIDDEN GEM BOOK! …aaaand GO!
Miss Fortune Cookie by Lauren Bjorkman. It's, in a way, hidden because I bet you don't even know this one. I didn't, not until I receive it as a Christmas present. But boy, is it a gem! It's so beautiful inside and out and you should definitely check it out.
9. What are the kind of books you don’t read?
Poem books. There's no explanation, I just don't pick them up when I see them on bookstores.
10. Am I awesome? HAHAHAHA, okay okay serious time now. Name that Classic book that you think EVERYBODY should read.
Oh geez. It's been a long time since I read a classic. When I was in grade school and high school though, I really loved Mark Twain. I had this copy of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer which I read gazillion times. I think that's awesome and you should read it, regardless of your age.

And here are Felicia's questions:
1. If you had to pick max three favorite books, what would it be?
Anna and The French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins, The Trolls by Polly Horvath, and Have A Little Faith by Mitch Albom
2. If you had to pick max three of your least favorite books, what would it be?
Tough. Probably Allegiant by Veronica Roth, Up in The Air by Walter Kirn, and The Summer Trilogy by Jenny Han.
3. Do you ever read a book, not so much because you think you will like it, but because it's one of those books you feel like you have to read?
I have. Just a few weeks ago, I was looking for certain books that I thought will help me with what I've been going through. I wasn't sure if I will like it (turns out I don't) but I felt like I had to read it.
4. Do you re-read books?
YES! When a book's really really awesome (like the first 2 books I answered on question #1), I re-read it without shame. I'm a fangirl like that. :)
5. What's the best school-assigned book you've read?
I can't remember the title. It was in high school, for my English class. I remember that it was about a caterpillar who becomes a butterfly and it was all about her journey. It sounds really lame and simple now but when I was reading it, I thought it was profound and meaningful and all that
6. Are you the type to usually root for the hero or the villain?
Hero, of course. Unless the hero's an idiot and I just root for the villain just so I can also get rid of the idiot hero.
7. What's the one thing you wish everyone knew?
That I'm awesome and people who think otherwise should die
8. If you had the power to fix one thing you think is wrong with the world, what would it be? (And if you can, what would you do?)
Oh man. There are so many things that are wrong in this world but things happen for a reason, right? I think it's definitely wrong that people choose to watch crappy, advertisement-infused movies instead of mind-blowing ones like Whiplash and Wild and The Imitation Game... but who am I to judge? So no, I don't want anything to do with that power. (And Felicia, YOU know what I'd fix, right?*wink wink*)
9. If you could meet anyone, dead or alive, fiction or real, who would it be?
Voldemort (or Ralph Fiennes). I really wish to know how he was able to breathe through those tiny slits he called nostrils.

Voldemort dancing10. What got you into blogging?
I couldn't help it. It was bound to happen one way or the other. I've loved writing my whole life, usually on diaries or on letters sent to friends. I also love reading, so last year I thought, why not combine the two. So here I am.

Now, here are my questions:
1. What's your favorite book from your favorite author?
2. How do you arrange your books in your shelves? Alphabetically? By size? By color?
3. How do you decide which book to read next?
4. Favorite activity besides reading?
5. Dream destination - fictional or real
6. If you could live inside your favorite book and be one of the characters, which book would you be in and which character would you be?
7. Describe your ideal book in 3 words.
8. When do you usually read other book blogs?
9. Favorite book-to-movie adaptation and why?
10. What's your favorite song at the moment?

And I tag (I hope you haven't done this yet):
Joy @ Joyous Reads
Aimee @ Deadly Darlings
Irish @ Nocturnal Reader / I'm Socially Awkward
Ella @ The Filipina Booknote
Melanie @ YA Midnight Reads
Vee @ The Blah Blah Notebook
Jules @ Jules Bookshelf
Shannelle @ The Art of Escapism
Inah @ The Bibliophile Confessions
Amir @ The Not-So-Literary Heiresses

Enjoy, girls! <3
2:30 AM
Reading Have A Little Faith was one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life. I know that sounds exaggerated but it's true. This book couldn't have been more apt for me, after going through what I went through during the holidays (still going through it, btw). I didn't know that I needed this book until I started reading it.

Have A Little Faith by Mitch Albom
You probably know Mitch Albom from Tuesdays with Morrie, that famous book about an old professor and a student who meet every Tuesdays to talk about life. I remember several of my classmates reading that book but I haven't read it. Have A Little Faith, which was published several years after Tuesdays with Morrie, is the first Albom book I've read. I read it after signing up for a local book club. Since I wanted to attend the meetup, I had to read the book of the month. I didn't know what I expected but I know from friends who've read other books by Mitch Albom that it would be an easy read. And I was hoping it was, because ever since the last two weeks of December, I haven't finished any book at all.

Have A Little Faith was indeed an easy, quick read despite its themes -- life, death, faith, love, God. I've struggled with faith and religion in the last decade so most of the contents of this book hit me hard. Full disclosure: I am a Christian who hasn't been to church in almost 10 years, and my family is Catholic. In the more recent years, I have been a lousy believer, if you can even call me that. And more recently, I even asked if there was a God and if He was with me. This book has the answer to those questions, but you'd have to read it because I won't tell you.

Whether you're religious or not, it's easy to like the characters. I found myself drawn to them, eager to find out what else I can learn from them. But the one I could truly relate to was Mitch Albom. His apathy struck me as something very familiar, and his transformation, in a way, changed me as well. Mitch Albom was a great storyteller and though I did not cry while reading it, I felt my heart open to whatever Have A Little Faith had to offer. This book was inspiring, eye-opening, and most of all, comforting.

I urge all of you to read this gem. It doesn't matter what religion you're from because the lessons I got out of this book were universal. You might think you don't need it but you'll thank yourself for giving it a chance. So go, read Have A Little Faith.



As a reader and reviewer, I aim to write fair and honest reviews, both on this site and on Goodreads. Please read my Review Policy here.
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