All the Bright Places is about a girl, Violet, and a boy, Finch, who are dealing with personal problems. Violet is a quiet girl who appears to be on the edge of the popular group, whilst Finch has always been an outsider and is seen as a weirdo. At first, it appears to be a typical YA love story yet it is so much more than that.
They meet at the top of a bell tower, as Violet contemplates jumping off. Finch saves her, and in that moment, they influence each other more than the other knows. Following that, the two work together on a school project where they have to discover the wonders of Indiana.
Whilst completing the project they get closer and soon become involved romantically. Finch pushes Violet out of her comfort zone whilst Violet gives Finch a reason to live. They both believe that they can save each other, however it’s never that simple.
They have had to deal with complicated things in their lives. As you read the book, you find yourself really longing for the characters to find their ‘happy ever after’. I found myself becoming incredibly attached to both Finch and Violet and I hoped that they would find a way through their problems.
I have never cried fully at a book before but this one really did touch my heart and I spent the evening balling my eyes out. The story is beautifully told and the characters are ones that stick with you long after you close the final page.
The plot touches some sensitive issues such as life, death and love. This book will stay with me for many years and I could re-read it over and over again. I truly fell in love with the plot and characters and the story is beautifully written. It is definitely in my top three books; and is possibly even my number one, which is an incredibly bold statement!
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