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In the Unlikely Event

L.J. Shen
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In the Unlikely Event

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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L.J. Shen

In the Unlikely Event

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ireland • 2010s

Topic
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

L.J. Shen's In the Unlikely Event follows the intertwined lives of Rory and Mal, who reconnect after a serendipitous encounter a decade earlier. As they navigate past secrets and present emotions, their story unfolds, exploring themes of love, redemption, and the influence of fate on their lives.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

46,917 ratings

72%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

In the Unlikely Event by L.J. Shen captivates with its emotional depth and well-developed characters, drawing readers into a complex romance. While praised for its engaging plot and authentic dialogue, some find the story's pace uneven and the conclusion unsatisfying. Overall, it’s a compelling read with moments of intense passion and poignant reflection.

Who should read this

Who Should Read In the Unlikely Event?

Fans of emotionally charged contemporary romance with elements of serendipity and fate will be captivated by L.J. Shen's In the Unlikely Event. Ideal for readers who enjoy Colleen Hoover's It Ends with Us and Tarryn Fisher's The Wives, this novel blends passionate romance with heartfelt drama and unexpected twists.

4.1

46,917 ratings

72%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ireland • 2010s

Topic
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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