Maybe in Another Life

by Taylor Jenkins Reid
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Good Books rating 4.17
Contemporary Fiction
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  • ID: 4276
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • ISBN: 9781398516663
  • Publisher: Simon and Schuster
  • Published: 2022-01-20
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Hannah Martin, a 29-year-old woman uncertain about her life's direction, moves back to her hometown of Los Angeles. After reconnecting with her high school boyfriend Ethan, she faces a pivotal decision: leave with her best friend Gabby or stay with Ethan. The novel unfolds in two parallel narratives, each exploring vastly different outcomes of her choice. As the stories diverge, Hannah's journey raises profound questions about destiny, love, and the concept of soul mates. In one reality, Hannah's decision leads her down a path of stability and familiarity, while the other propels her into unexpected adventures and challenges. Through these alternating scenarios, the book delves into the complexities of relationships, personal growth, and the idea that life's choices, no matter how small, can have far-reaching consequences. Ultimately, 'Maybe in Another Life' is a heartfelt exploration of love, fate, and the enduring belief in finding one's true soul mate.

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Opinions of a Wolf · 2023-01-16
positive 4.20

The book is compared to 'Sliding Doors' and praised for its exploration of two different life paths. The reviewer finds the story to be thought-provoking and engaging.

The reviewer draws a comparison to the movie 'Sliding Doors' and appreciates the book's exploration of two different life paths due to a single decision. They find the story to be thought-provoking and engaging, highlighting the emotional depth and the impact of choices on one's life. The reviewer also mentions that the book is a great choice for those who enjoy exploring the complexities of human decisions and their consequences.

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    Revisit the land of Sliding Doors in this exploration of two different paths one life can take due to one decision.

    This is a great choice for those who enjoy exploring the complexities of human decisions and their consequences.

    The story is thought-provoking and engaging, highlighting the emotional depth and the impact of choices on one's life.

Coffee Books and Cake · 2022-08-18
positive 4.50

The novel is praised for its well-crafted story and the unconventional life of the lead character, Hannah. The exploration of different life paths is seen as a unique and captivating aspect of the book.

The reviewer appreciates the well-written and thought-out nature of the novel, highlighting the unconventional life of the lead character, Hannah. They find the exploration of two different life paths due to a single decision to be a unique and captivating aspect of the story. The reviewer also mentions that the book is a great choice for those who enjoy thought-provoking and well-crafted narratives.

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    It's a very well-written and well thought-out novel.

    Our lead Hannah has had a slightly unconventional life, growing up apart from her family, ...

    This is a great choice for those who enjoy thought-provoking and well-crafted narratives.

Goodreads · 2015-07-07
mixed 3.80

The book is criticized for its excessive mention of cinnamon rolls, which becomes tiresome. Despite this, the story is engaging and thought-provoking.

The reviewer found the frequent mention of cinnamon rolls to be excessive and distracting, detracting from the overall reading experience. However, they acknowledged that the story itself is compelling and makes you think about the choices we make in life. The dual narrative structure is praised for its ability to keep the reader engaged, but the repetitive references to food items are seen as a missed opportunity for deeper exploration of the characters and their emotions.

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    Cinnamon rolls are mentioned 80 times in this 333 page book.

    I get the author was trying to be witty, but at a point it becomes excessive.

    It's a very well-written and well thought-out novel.

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