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Something Blue

Book 2 in the series:Darcy & Rachel

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'Something Blue' by Emily Giffin is a sequel to 'Something Borrowed' and tells the story from Darcy's point of view. Darcy, initially portrayed as a spoiled and self-centered character, undergoes significant growth and transformation throughout the book. The narrative follows her journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and motherhood, as she faces life-altering events and reevaluates her relationships with others. The writing style captivates readers as they witness Darcy's evolution from a shallow and entitled individual to a more self-aware and endearing character.

Characters:

The characters are complex, with Darcy portraying significant growth from a selfish person to someone more relatable and mature throughout the story.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by its engaging and humorous tone, with swift pacing that keeps the reader invested.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot centers around Darcy as she navigates life after betrayal, focusing on her quest for self-improvement and acceptance.

Setting:

The settings shift from New York to London, offering a backdrop for Darcy's transformation and new beginnings.

Pacing:

The pacing is rapid, with quick developments that occasionally make character transitions feel sudden or implausible.
I was born beautiful. A C-section baby, I started life out right by avoiding the misshapen head and battle scars that come with being forced through a birth canal. Instead, I emerged with a dainty nos...

Notes:

The book is a sequel to Something Borrowed and begins right where that story left off.
It follows Darcy, who has been characterized as spoiled and selfish in the first book.
Darcy's life is in turmoil; she is pregnant and has recently broken up with her fiancée, Dex, who cheated on her with her best friend Rachel.
Most of the plot unfolds in London, where Darcy moves in with her childhood friend Ethan.
Darcy experiences significant personal growth throughout the story, struggling to overcome selfishness and denial.
The narrative reveals Darcy's initial indifference to heartbreak following her breakup and pregnancy, which some readers found unrealistic.
A major turning point occurs when Ethan confronts Darcy about her flaws, prompting her to reflect and decide to change her ways.
The transformation of Darcy's character happens quickly, which made some readers skeptical about its realism.
Despite her flaws, many readers ended up rooting for Darcy by the end of the book, finding her journey relatable and engaging.
The book is noted for its entertaining writing style and engaging storytelling, keeping readers hooked until the end.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include themes of cheating, emotional distress due to betrayal, and complications surrounding pregnancy.

Has Romance?

The narrative contains a high level of romance as it revolves around the protagonist's journey through love and relationships.

From The Publisher:

From the New York Times bestselling author of Something Borrowed comes a novel that shows how someone with a 'perfect life' can lose it all-and then find everything.

Darcy Rhone thought she had it all figured out: the more beautiful the girl, the more charmed her life. Never mind substance. Never mind playing by the rules. Never mind karma.

But Darcy's neat, perfect world turns upside down when her best friend, Rachel, the plain-Jane "good girl," steals her fiancé, while Darcy finds herself completely alone for the first time in her life…with a baby on the way.

Darcy tries to recover, fleeing to her childhood friend living in London and resorting to her tried-and-true methods for getting what she wants. But as she attempts to recreate her glamorous life on a new continent, Darcy finds that her rules no longer apply. It is only then that Darcy can begin her journey toward self-awareness, forgiveness, and motherhood.

Emily Giffin's Something Blue is a novel about one woman's surprising discoveries about the true meaning of friendship, love, and happily-ever-after. It's a novel for anyone who has ever, even secretly, wondered if the last thing you want is really the one thing you need.

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About the Author:

Emily Giffin is a graduate of Wake Forest University and the University of Virginia School of Law. After practicing litigation at a Manhattan firm for several years, she moved to London to write full time. The author of several New York Times bestselling novels, Something Borrowed, Baby Proof, Love the One You're With, and Heart of the Matter, she now lives in Atlanta with her husband and three young children.

 
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