52 pages 1 hour read

Taylor Jenkins Reid

One True Loves

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid follows Emma Blair, whose husband Jesse is presumed dead after a helicopter crash. Years later, Jesse is found alive, but Emma has moved on and is now engaged to another man, Sam. Emma must navigate her feelings and choose between her past love and her new future, exploring themes of soulmates, identity, and the evolution of relationships. Includes trauma and loss.

Reviews & Readership

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Taylor Jenkins Reid's One True Loves offers an emotional journey that resonates with readers through its themes of love, loss, and personal growth. Critics praise the novel's engaging prose and well-rounded characters. However, some found the plot predictable and the resolution somewhat rushed. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of heartfelt, character-driven stories.

Who should read this

Who Should Read One True Loves?

Readers who enjoy romantic dramas with emotional depth and complex character development will find One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid compelling. Fans of Jojo Moyes’s Me Before You and Nicholas Sparks's The Notebook will appreciate this heartfelt exploration of love, loss, and second chances.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction

Drama / Tragedy

Topics

Grief / Death

Love / Sexuality

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Grief

Relationships: Family

Emotions/Behavior: Love