You’ll Love All the Bright Places If You Love…

All the Bright Places is such a wonderful read, and I know for sure you’ll love this book if you love these tropes!

All the Bright Places Review

Where the Story Takes Us–And What is Leaves Behind

This novel is a contemporary young-adult and set in the real world, so, there’s no magic, no princes, and princesses, no wars, or rebellions, and I think there’s something so special about that. Don’t get me wrong, I love fantasy, but I also love books set in the real world, because I feel like it’s easier to relate to–if you’re looking for a book like that. The plot of the book centers around Violet and Finch “wandering” around Indiana and visiting different landmarks in order to complete their school project. Because of the realism in this book, the plot isn’t action-packed, yet, it still provides a clear idea of where the story is headed. I went into this book a little naive—and the ending hit me like emotional whiplash. It was devastating, bittersweet, and beautifully written.

Meet Violet and Finch!

Violet and Finch’s relationship. Their relationship is definitely one of the focal points of the book. If it weren’t for each other, the character’s wouldn’t be the same. Together, they learned how to grow, heal, and love. I really enjoyed seeing the dynamics of their relationship while reading the book.

Violet Markey “Ultraviolet Remarkeyable”

At the beginning of the book, Violet deals with the death of her older sister, Eleanor. However, her life begins to change as she meets Finch, and she undergoes significant growth.

I love the way Violet’s character progressed throughout the book, and especially at how they show her development in response to the book’s ending. I really enjoyed seeing how Niven portrayed Violet’s journey in grief, mourning, and healing. I found Violet a really compelling character, and could potentially be relatable to a specific audience.

Theodore Finch “The Boy Violet Markey Loves”

Theodore Finch is often considered an outcast by his classmates. He knows this and doesn’t care, staying true to himself. I found Finch to be a complex, wise, and a very loveable character. I appreciated the way he helped Violet, and it was great to see the impact he made on her. Finch’s adventurous, spontaneous nature is something I loved—and even aspire to embody. Much like Violet, Finch also undergoes his own change, but not in the way that Violet changes. 

Simple Words, Lasting Impact

Ideas are nothing without execution. Jennifer Niven does a wonderful job at executing All the Bright Places. Her writing style is very easy to read and follow (trust me, I read more than half the book on a car ride). Her writing captivated me, and I was able to finish the book in just about 2 days. The book has very steady pacing, with the end’s pacing speeding up. 

To Conclude…

All the Bright Places isn’t just a love story—it’s a story about being seen, about how we cope with grief, and how sometimes the most fleeting connections can leave the deepest marks. If you’re a fan of emotional, character-driven YA, this is a must-read.