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Summary
Jude and her twin brother, Noah, are incredibly close. At thirteen, isolated Noah draws constantly and is falling in love with the charismatic boy next door, while daredevil Jude cliff-dives and wears red-red lipstick and does the talking for both of them. But three years later, at sixteen, Jude and Noah are barely speaking. Something has happened to wreck the twins in different and dramatic ways…until Jude meets a cocky, broken, beautiful boy, as well as someone else—an even more unpredictable new force in her life. The early years are Noah’s story to tell. The later years are Jude’s. What the twins don’t realize is that they each have only half the story, and if they could just find their way back to each other, they’d have a chance to remake their world. This radiant novel from the acclaimed, award-winning author of The Sky Is Everywhere will leave you breathless and teary and laughing—often all at once.
This book is a beautifully crafted tale centered around young adults, although it may not fit the typical young adult genre. The story follows Noah and Jude, twin siblings who are between the ages of 14 and 16 throughout the narrative. Both gifted artists, they possess a unique perspective, often expressing themselves through metaphors and self-portraits. Jude even communicates with her deceased grandmother, while Noah captures his surroundings through drawings. Despite their close bond, they also experience moments of intense dislike towards one another. They showcase brilliance alongside moments of foolishness, and remain true to themselves until they undergo significant changes. Throughout the story, they grapple with life's mysteries until they ultimately conquer them.
The narrative seamlessly alternates between the past and present, offering insights from the perspectives of both twins. There are instances that may cause confusion, such as a deceased person getting into a car and driving away (yes, really!). However, this unconventional storytelling method allows readers to intimately know Noah and Jude. Expect to be fully immersed in the minds of these unique twins as they navigate both typical teenage challenges and the extraordinary. The author's creative use of language will transport you, evoking a range of emotions from joy to sadness.
The audiobook features separate narrators for Noah and Jude, both of whom bring a fitting age-appropriate authenticity to their performances. Their delivery is flawless, even when listened to at an accelerated speed of 1.5X.
Overall, although the story revolves around teenagers, I would recommend it for mature teenagers and adults. It explores themes of sexual exploration, with only brief mentions of actual sexual encounters. There is also occasional use of mild profanity. The narrative primarily focuses on character development and may take a bit of time to fully engage the reader, but the ending is truly satisfying.
This audiobook is all about the growth and development of its characters, making it a perfect fit for mature young adult readers. The characters themselves are relatable, with both their likable traits and their mean-spirited tendencies. They are flawed in a way that feels realistic and authentic. While the ending may be expected, the journey to reach it is described as tedious, frustrating, and uninteresting.
The story revolves around a pair of artistic and competitive twins who are faced with a tragic event. As they struggle to come to terms with their loss, they begin to drift apart, each finding their own ways to cope. Unfortunately, their grief leads them to hurt each other emotionally, and in the case of Noah, the people he cares about. The reviewer expresses confusion as to why this book has received positive feedback, finding it personally challenging to listen to.
I am so head over heels for this book, I can't even put it into words. I'm itching to give it another listen and I can't help but feel a little sad that it's come to an end.
Jandy Nelson's use of descriptive language is absolutely mind-blowing. It's like she's an artist, painting emotions right before our eyes. I was blown away by how she was able to make the twins similar yet different in their actions and emotions. Noah depicted everything with vibrant colors, while Jude captured their distinct personalities through movement.
The book had me completely hooked from start to finish. The plot kept me on my toes, always wondering what was going to happen next. The way the characters described their emotions felt incredibly genuine. Sure, the neat resolution might be a bit cliché for some, but to be honest, I couldn't help but fall head over heels for these characters and root for a happy ending.
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