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I just finished Come Closer as the title states but I can’t help but feel completely tricked. I’ve been hearing rave reviews about it online and against my better judgment I wanted to see what the hype was about.

The book had no solid foundation for the characters or relationships (which might’ve been the point). It was also short which I don’t mind but it became so repetitive by the end that it was impossible to be even slightly scared. By the end I just didn’t care anymore due to the writing being pretty elementary.

The book aside, I’m so confused by all the books that are booming on TikTok specifically that always end up falling flat. Are people easily impressed, is literacy lacking so people are happy with simple writing? Someone help me understand!!

Also let me know if you’ve read this book and your thoughts!

Edit: thanks everyone for your awesome thoughts! The differing opinions are what keep reading and this community so fun

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What’s with this fake crying and fake acting offended. I don’t buy her act for a second. She’s allergic to accountability when she throws stones constantly. The reason no one stands up for her is because she’s not believable. Anyone else?

I don’t know if it’s because I’m older and married now but this reunion has me absolutely crying the whole time.

Hearing about everyone marital problems, it’s just so real and raw. I’ve never heard this much transparency about the struggles of marriage on television. Another reason why MTM is the most underrated Bravo show ever. Seeing real women talk about real issues is just hitting for me right now.