Really Good, Actually

✔️ Post Breakup✔️ light hearted comedy✔️ Self love journey𝑴𝒚 𝑻𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔:- What do you do when the person you thought you'd spend your life with becomes a total stranger, wanting nothing to do with you? Just thinking about it makes me feel really down.Hats off to the author for taking on a tough topic like divorce and showing the real side of it. At first, I was super interested, but as time went on, I kind of lost that excitement. In my opinion, this could've worked better as a short story rather than a whole novel. There are moments that make you chuckle and others that tug at your heartstrings, but the pacing felt a bit slow and everyday for my liking.This book is all about self-love. It's nice to see them trying to understand and embrace themselves, even though sometimes it comes across as a bit too complainy.Overall, the novel offers a glimpse into the intricate emotions associated with divorce and self-discovery, showcasing both the highs and lows of the journey.

Monica Heisey's debut novel, "Really Good, Actually," takes readers on an uproarious and heartfelt journey through the ups and downs of modern relationships and the aftermath of divorce. With sharp wit and an uncanny ability to capture the essence of millennial life, Heisey presents a story that is both hilarious and profound.The story revolves around Maggie, a Surprisingly Young Divorcée, who finds herself navigating the complexities of being single again at the age of twenty-nine. Through her witty and self-deprecating narrative, we witness Maggie's determination to embrace her new status while grappling with insecurities and societal expectations.Heisey's writing style is intoxicating, blending humour and depth effortlessly. She addresses the universal questions surrounding marriage and personal fulfilment, providing readers with a relatable exploration of modern love and friendship. The author's background as a screenwriter shines through in her ability to craft vivid and engaging scenes that play out like a movie in the reader's mind.The characters in "Really Good, Actually" are vibrant and memorable. From Maggie's high-intensity divorced friend Amy to the group chat that becomes a haven for oversharing, each character adds a unique flavour to the story. Heisey's knack for dialogue makes the interactions feel authentic, and readers will find themselves invested in the lives of these relatable individuals.One of the novel's strengths is its ability to balance humour with genuine emotional depth. Heisey delves into the complexities of loss, self-discovery, and the pursuit of happiness, creating a narrative that is not only wildly funny but also thought-provoking. Readers will find themselves laughing out loud one moment and contemplating life's bigger questions the next."Really Good, Actually" has already garnered significant attention and for good reason. Heisey's sharp and observant writing style, coupled with her ability to capture the essence of the millennial experience, makes this debut novel a standout in contemporary fiction. It offers a fresh and relatable perspective on relationships, paving the way for Heisey to become an author to watch.In summary, "Really Good, Actually" is a hilarious and addictive debut that effortlessly combines humour, wisdom, and relatability. Monica Heisey's distinctive voice shines through in this engaging narrative, providing readers with a memorable and thoroughly enjoyable reading experience.

TW : Divorce, BreakupOther readers called this book hilarious and fun in a way. Even though I see where they're coming from, that kind of perspective, I wouldn't say it was hilarious. I wouldn't say it was fun.The character of Maggie, who's also the protagonist here, is so wonderfully painted all over the story by Heisey that as a reader I could connect with her at various moments in the book, and I also disagreed on some others. It turned out to be more like a friend's breakup story who I wanted to chide and counsel.The whole pattern of a breakup, the moment it happens until someone starts the process of getting over and moving on, those highs and lows are precisely and accurately described in this book. Maggie is seen being foolish at first which is also why first half of the book, I almost hated! I was going to DNF it but the moment I crossed page 200, I knew something had changed.It was like one of those movies which will have almost no story in the first half but will give you the most meaningful ending making you fall in love with it!The other supporting characters, Jon, Simon, Maggie's friends, especially Amy has my heart as she was the only one who saw Maggie beyond her drama, her tantrums, maybe because she understood what Maggie was going through and like a good friend she was always there for her.The other friends didn't appeal to me much mostly because they leave her on her own at her worst and I would rather not have any friends than such people who would leave me at my worst. But the whole plot is quite good towards the end. I honestly dragged myself through the first half of the book, not able to read any more than 2 pages at once. But later I was able to finish the second half in just a day so that's there too!It's a good one time read✨