I don't remember the last time I finished a book in less than 24 hours. Oh, how I miss being young, stupid, irresponsible and binging girly dramas like there's no tomorrow. This story has exactly that vibe. Raw, bitchy and messy. 😅
Abby is hardly a poster girl and she's definitely far from the girl next door, yet she simply chooses not to be. Call her egocentric or self sabotaging if you want, but she's completely full of herself. Her business with Yazid was flourishing when they couldn't resist a one night stand, despite her swearing she wasn't looking for anything serious in the first place. Did I forget to mention that he's married? Haha. The author drops that bomb almost like a punchline.
It's open book 101. If you play with fire, then be prepared to face the consequences. Both of them paid the price. Abby's postpartum depression and years of repression are not easy to read through (I'm not kidding, though). She's considered lucky because she had her mother, sister, Rudy and Cikgu Khairul to help her cope with the misery. I did cry when she finally visited Adalia's grave.
I know, I know. Abby is no angelic heroine, but her flaws and selfishness are products of a harsh environment and that makes her character driven journey all the more compelling. Unpopular opinion, I love her. 😠What makes unlikeable characters so fascinating is that they give a voice to the inner demons that exist inside all of us. Fr.
I must say this is one of the most valuable reading experiences I've had when it comes to antiheroes. Understanding why people become who they are teaches us important life lessons, even when the process is slow, painful and imperfect.
This story dives deeply into interpersonal relationships, domestic life, family dynamics, motherhood, maternal instinct and personal growth. 4.5 ⭐