55 pages • 1 hour read
Colleen HooverHopeless
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Colleen Hoover’s young adult novel Hopeless (2012), homeschooled high school senior Sky Davis meets enigmatic Dean Holder at her new school, and they quickly form a deep connection. Both uncover painful truths about their pasts, including a history of shared childhood trauma and her abusive father. As they navigate their burgeoning relationship, they confront their complicated histories and work towards healing and hope. The novel contains depictions of incest, sexual abuse, alcohol abuse, and death by suicide.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Hopeless by Colleen Hoover delivers an emotionally intense narrative that captivates readers with its strong character development and unexpected plot twists. While the romance and raw themes draw praise for their depth and realism, some critique the story for its heavy reliance on melodrama and potentially triggering content. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of emotionally gripping stories.
Who Should Read Hopeless?
A reader who enjoys Hopeless by Colleen Hoover typically gravitates towards contemporary romance with deep emotional themes and complex characters. Fans of Hoover's intense storytelling may also appreciate books like The Fault in Our Stars by John Green or Ugly Love by Hoover herself. These readers often seek out narratives with poignant, often heart-wrenching, explorations of love and resilience.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Romance
Modern Classic Fiction
Drama / Tragedy
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Emotions/Behavior: Hope
Relationships: Family