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Still Alice by Lisa Genova

12 reviews

werbasaurus's review against another edition

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emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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stacyjones530's review against another edition

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emotional informative sad

4.0

I have so much respect and appreciation for an author who puts in time and research into a fictional book to make it accurate and informative. Lisa Genova obviously has a wealth of knowledge on Alzheimer’s and I feel I learned a lot on a scary topic that I probably wouldn’t have researched otherwise. The story takes you through the progression of Alzheimer’s from the sick person’s viewpoint, and wow… it is a story that will stick with me. I listened to this on audio, and my one criticism is I think the author should have let an experienced audiobook narrator do the narratation. I almost feel unfair saying that, but it was a little monotone. I recommend reading this over listening to it.

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merrynthomas's review against another edition

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challenging emotional informative inspiring reflective sad fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

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jedore's review against another edition

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emotional informative inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

...My yesterdays are disappearing, and my tomorrows are uncertain, so what do I live for? I live for each day. I live in the moment.

I couldn't pry myself away from this literary gem, finishing it in only two days. It had every ingredient I cherish in a book – a resilient and relatable female lead, layers of emotions, an air of anticipation, and a narrative that imparts invaluable lessons.

Lisa Genova's background in neuroscience brings an authentic voice to the story of a Harvard professor grappling with early-onset Alzheimer's. Every nuance of Alice's battle was palpable and heart-wrenching. Genova masterfully illustrates the harrowing progression of the disease and Alice's struggle as the condition worsens.

Now, while I gave this book a well-deserved 5-stars, it wasn't perfect. The final chapter left me a bit disappointed...but, the brief letdown at the end didn't come close to overshadowing the journey this book took me on.

This book is a profound exploration of human resilience and vulnerability that has left an indelible mark on me. I highly recommend it! Now for the movie adaptation...

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mbrogs2024's review against another edition

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emotional informative inspiring reflective sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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crizzle's review against another edition

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emotional informative reflective sad tense medium-paced

Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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muzik_izak1's review

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emotional funny informative sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I can't even describe how much I loved this book. It was sad, funny, and just a very real story. It almost made me cry at the end. I don't doubt I may go home and soak my pillow. I would highly recommend to anyone who wants a good, quick read that makes you feel real, raw emotion.

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