This Could Be Everything

by Eva Rice
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Good Books rating 4.33
Contemporary Fiction
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  • ID: 4733
  • Added: 2025-10-22
  • Updated: 2025-10-24
  • ISBN: 9781398510173
  • Published: 2023-02-16
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1990s London, 'This Could Be Everything' follows February Kingdom, a 19-year-old grappling with family tragedy. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers an escaped canary named Yellow in her kitchen, sparking a glimmer of hope amidst her darkness. As Feb begins to care for the bird, she starts to heal, while her aunt embarks on a passionate affair with a married American drama teacher, adding layers of complexity to their lives. The novel beautifully captures the essence of the era, blending themes of love, grief, and the transformative power of small moments./n/nThis heartwarming coming-of-age story is a tribute to the power of hope and the bonds that sustain us. With its richly drawn characters and evocative setting, the book offers a poignant exploration of youth, loss, and the journey toward healing. The author's vivid descriptions and emotional depth make this a compelling read that resonates with readers long after the last page.

Reviews
Tea Leaves and Reads · Sophie · 2023-07-15
moving 4.50

The book is emotional, moving, and funny, offering a feel-good yet heart-breaking journey. The characters are well-developed and the story is engaging.

Sophie's review on Tea Leaves and Reads describes 'This Could Be Everything' as an emotional, moving, and funny book that offers a feel-good yet heart-breaking journey. She appreciates the well-developed characters and the engaging story. The book's ability to evoke a range of emotions is noted, making it a compelling read. Sophie finds the story ultimately hopeful, which adds to its appeal. The characters' development and the narrative's depth are highlighted as key strengths of the book. The reviewer praises the author's skill in balancing different emotions and creating a deeply moving experience.

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    It's emotional, moving, funny and both feel-good and heart-breaking.

    This book is a journey and we enter it on the fragile edges as both grief and love take hold.

    I finished it in a breathless emotional gulp.

Linda's Book Bag · Linda Hill · 2023-02-27
heartwrenching 4.50

The writing is skilful and evocative, leading to a deeply emotional journey. The characters are well-crafted and the story is both nostalgic and heart-wrenching.

Linda Hill's review highlights the skilful writing of Eva Rice, which takes the reader on an emotional journey. She praises the character development and the nostalgic yet heart-wrenching narrative. The story's emotional impact is significant, making it a memorable read. Hill appreciates the way Rice handles complex emotions and relationships, creating a deeply moving experience. The book's ability to evoke a range of emotions is a testament to its strength and the author's skill.

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    It took me a while to warm to February, but Eva Rice's skilful writing made me a snivelling, weeping wreck by the end of her journey.

    That's not the kind of thing that happens to you every day, is it?

    I was utterly transported by this book.

Portobello Book Blog · 2023-02-17
hopeful 4.00

The book is nostalgic, funny, and emotional, ultimately offering a hopeful message. The characters are well-written and the story is engaging.

The reviewer from Portobello Book Blog describes 'This Could Be Everything' as a nostalgic, funny, and emotional journey. They appreciate the well-written characters and the engaging story. The book's ability to balance different emotions is noted, making it a compelling read. The reviewer finds the story ultimately hopeful, which adds to its appeal. The characters' development and the narrative's depth are highlighted as key strengths of the book.

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    This Could Be Everything is a nostalgic, sometimes funny, often emotional and ultimately hopeful book.

    This Could Be Everything by Eva Rice is a beautifully written novel.

    The characters are well-written, fascinating and larger-than-life creations that I really enjoyed.

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