45 pages 1 hour read

Mikki Daughtry, Rachael Lippincott

All This Time

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

All This Time by Mikki Daughtry and Rachael Lippincott follows Kyle, who loses his girlfriend Kimberly in a car accident on the night she breaks up with him. Kyle subsequently struggles with his grief, isolates himself, and begins to see glimpses of her. He eventually meets Marley at the cemetery, and they form a deep connection while dealing with their respective losses. Kyle ultimately wakes up from a coma, realizing his past year was a dream. He reconnects with the real Marley, who is deeply shy and depressed, and works to rebuild their bond and help her heal.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

All This Time by Mikki Daughtry and Rachael Lippincott captures readers with its emotional intensity and unexpected twists. The narrative's romantic and heartfelt moments resonate well, but some critiques point to predictability and emotional manipulation. Despite mixed opinions, fans of contemporary romance and young adult fiction find it engaging.

Who should read this

Who Should Read All This Time?

A reader who enjoys All This Time by Mikki Daughtry and Rachael Lippincott is likely a fan of contemporary young adult romance with emotional depth. Comparable to fans of The Fault in Our Stars by John Green and Five Feet Apart (also by Lippincott), they appreciate heartfelt narratives that explore love, loss, and healing.

RecommendedReading Age

14-18years

Lexile Level

HL730L

Book Details

Genre

Romance

Realistic Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction

Topics

Grief / Death

Depression / Suicide

Mental Illness

Themes

Identity: Mental Health

Emotions/Behavior: Grief