Miss You

by Kate Eberlen
Miss You cover
Good Books rating 4.0
Contemporary Fiction
Technical:
  • ID: 1538
  • Added: 2025-10-07
  • Updated: 2025-10-07
  • ISBN: 9781509819966
  • Publisher: Pan Macmillan
  • Published: 2016-08-11
  • Reviews: 3

Miss You by Kate Eberlen is a captivating novel that spans sixteen years, exploring the lives of Tess and Gus, who meet briefly in Florence but are separated by circumstance. The story weaves through their individual journeys, filled with love, loss, and the twists of fate that keep them from each other. As they navigate life's challenges, the question remains: will they ever find their way back to one another?/n/n Praised for its emotional depth and humor, Miss You is a wildly romantic and heart-achingly sad story that will make you laugh and cry. It's a perfect summer read for fans of contemporary fiction and romance, offering a poignant exploration of love and the choices that shape our lives.

Reviews
50 Shades of Jay · 50 Shades of Jay · 2019-04-13
powerful 4.50

The novel is described as a whirlwind, touching on deeper subjects like death and betrayal, and taking the reader on an emotional journey.

50 Shades of Jay finds 'Miss You' to be a powerful and emotional read that delves into deeper subjects such as death and betrayal. They appreciate the novel's ability to take the reader on a whirlwind of emotions, making it a touching and impactful experience. The reviewer highlights the novel's exploration of complex themes and its ability to resonate with readers on a deeper level.

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    Miss You is a whirlwind of a novel

    It's powerful, touching on deeper subjects from death to marital affairs to betrayal

    It takes you away from the mundane and into a world that feels real and raw

Debbish · Debbish · 2016-08-27
captivating 3.50

The reviewer enjoyed the steady pace and likeable characters, finding the plot captivating despite the book's length.

Debbish appreciates the steady pace of the novel, which keeps the reader engaged throughout. They find the lead characters eminently likeable and the plot captivating, making the book a compelling read. Despite its length, the story manages to hold the reader's attention with its engaging narrative and well-developed characters.

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    This was a long book compared to most I read but the pace was steady

    Our two lead characters eminently likeable

    The plot captivating

The Guardian · 2016-08-21
lovely 4.00

The book is described as a funny, poignant, and rather lovely debut that pays homage to One Day, with a focus on the charming and captivating storytelling.

The reviewer finds this debut novel to be a delightful and heartwarming read, comparing it favorably to the beloved 'One Day'. They appreciate the poignant and humorous elements that are woven into the story, making it a captivating and enjoyable experience. The reviewer also highlights the skillful way the author manages to create a sense of connection between the characters and the readers, making it a memorable and touching story.

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    There is a courteous nod to One Day in this funny, poignant and really rather lovely ships-in-the-night debut

    It's not until the end that we realize quite how much we need to know what happens to Tess and Gus

    Eberlen's debut is a charming and captivating story that will leave you with a warm feeling

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