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Synopsis
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Two years after the death of her fiancรฉ
Jeff, Allie's planning to spend Christmas snowbound by herself at The
Mermaid, the beach house where memories - and a promise - haunt her. But when Jeff's college roommate Tim crashes
in on her with his own promise to keep, might the holiday be more magical
than mournful? |
Chapters In Total
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Prologue |
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- |
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Chapters |
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- |
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Epilogue |
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- |
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Pages |
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47 |
Note(s)
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· Standalone |
Others
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1. - |
Destination
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1.
Cape Cod 2.
Rhode Island 3.
California 4.
Los Angeles 5.
New England 6.
Boston 7.
Hollywood 8.
New York |
Song(s)/Band(s)
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1. Chick
Corea |
Main Character(s)
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Male |
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Tim Jacobs |
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Female |
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Allie |
Other Character(s)
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Tim Jacobs |
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Jeff’s roommate from UCLA |
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Allie |
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Master in education |
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Barkley |
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Dog |
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Jeff Mitchell |
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Allie’s ex-fiancee Passed away due to cancer at 24 |
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Laura |
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Allie’s best friend |
Quote(s)
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1.
Why shouldn’t you have been spared? Why
shouldn’t Jeff? Terminal illness at age twenty-four is a raw, ugly deal. Honestly,
Allie, why the hell didn’t I get on a plane and hold my best friend’s hand
while he died? Why did I send flowers to the funeral and write a check to the
cancer society instead of coming and paying my respects in person? Thank about
it, Allie. I did it to spare myself. And if you think I haven’t had a million
moments like the one you’re having right now, you’re mistaken. We all have
flaws, Allie. We all do things in the name of self-preservation. Maybe if I’d
been there to share the burden that would have made a difference. Maybe not. None
of us gets a do-over, so we’ll never know. We’re just here now, doing the
best we can, and I’ve got to tell you, because I know it in my heart. No one
would be more upset than Jeff to see you crying and beating yourself up. No one. 2.
A smile crossed my lips. “Merry Christmas,” I whispered
into Tim’s ear. I felt merry. |
BOOK JOURNEY
Thoughts
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(2) I’m happy for you. Are you two classified
now? |
Reading Experience
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I like this story about how people are not
letting go of someone they love when they passed. The emotions and the
struggle that they have are real. Jeff is wise beyond his age. Hopefully both
Tim and Allie are an item. Merry Christmas. |
Question(s)
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1. Are
Tim and Allie an item now? |
Three Most Important
Concepts in This Book
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1.
You have to let go of yourself. 2.
Your the-one might not be the one you
think. 3.
Give yourself a chance to recover. |
Suitable For People Who
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1. Please
refer to “Tags” |
Reading Start and
End Dates
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Start |
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08.01.2025 |
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End |
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08.01.2025 |
Total Reading Duration
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1 |
Hours |
6 |
Minutes |
Reading Timeline [In
Chapter(s)]
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08.01.2025 |
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01 |
ร |
47 |
Tags
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Fiction; Contemporary; Romance;
Christmas |
Pace
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· Fast |
Spiciness
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· ๐ถ️ ๐ถ️ |
Rating
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Social Media
Notes
Reading Experience
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· Plot
and Content: The appeal of the storyline, the depth and
interest of the content, and the relevance and accuracy of the information
presented. · Language
and Style: The fluidity and beauty of the writing,
and whether the author’s style aligns with the reader's preferences and
expectations. · Characterization
and Development: The dimensionality and vividness of the
characters, and whether their development feels deep and credible. · Pacing
and Structure: The appropriateness of the pacing, the
coherence of the structure, and whether the plot progresses smoothly. · Emotional
Resonance: Whether the reader can connect with the
emotions, themes, or viewpoints presented in the book. · Visual
Presentation: The book’s design, including layout, font,
illustrations, and cover design, and how these elements enhance the reading
experience. · Personal
Impact: The influence of the book on the reader’s thoughts,
emotions, or life experiences. · Reading
Comfort: The comfort of reading, considering factors like paper
quality, book weight, and the reading environment. |
Pace
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· Fast
Pace: The plot progresses rapidly, with frequent events
occurring, creating a sense of tension and urgency for the reader. Typically,
these books have short paragraphs and chapters, with concise and brisk
language, and frequent conflict and suspense. Examples include thrillers or
action-adventure novels. · Medium
Pace: The plot develops at a moderate speed, neither too
rushed nor too slow. These books usually feature a balanced progression of
story and character development, with a relatively even writing style. Many
literary or commercial novels may have this pace. · Slow
Pace: The plot advances slowly, often focusing on the
characters' inner worlds, environmental descriptions, or nuanced emotional
portrayals. These books typically have longer paragraphs and chapters, with a
more complex writing style and a lot of information. Literary classics or
works with intricate psychological depictions often exhibit a slow pace. |
Spiciness
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· 0★ No Spiciness Completely non-romantic and
non-suggestive; suitable for all ages. · 1★ Very Mild Occasional flirtation or
light hints; very tame and appropriate for most readers. · 2★ Mild Some romantic tension or
innuendo; suitable for young adult readers but no explicit content. · 3★ Moderate Noticeable romantic or
sexual themes; suitable for mature readers with some emotional depth. · 4★ Spicy Frequent and more explicit
romantic or sexual content; intended for adult readers with significant
emotional stakes. · 5★ Extremely Spicy Highly explicit content
with detailed sexual scenes or intense emotional drama; strictly for mature
audiences. |
Ratings
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· 0.0:
Unreadable or offensive. · 0.5:
Extremely poor; frustrating and unenjoyable. · 1.0:
Poorly written with little redeeming quality. · 1.5:
Very weak; minimal positives, mostly disappointing. · 2.0:
Some merits but overall disappointing. · 2.5:
Slightly above disappointing; some redeeming qualities. · 3.0:
Solid but flawed; enjoyable but forgettable. · 3.5:
Good; has engaging moments but still some flaws. · 4.0:
Very good; well worth reading with a few minor issues. · 4.5:
Excellent; impactful and nearly perfect, with just a few minor flaws. · 5.0:
Exceptional; a must-read that stays with you. |
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