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The Making of Us

Lisa Jewell
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The Making of Us

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Lisa Jewell

The Making of Us

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

390

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Lisa Jewell's The Making of Us explores the intertwining lives of Lydia, Dean, and Robyn, individuals who discover their shared connection through a sperm donor. As their stories unfold, they navigate complex relationships and personal growth, ultimately seeking a sense of belonging and understanding.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

27,806 ratings

68%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Making of Us by Lisa Jewell weaves a compelling narrative of connected lives separated by time and circumstance. Readers praise its engaging storyline and well-drawn characters, though some feel the multiple perspectives can be confusing. The book's emotional depth resonates, yet a few find the pacing uneven. Overall, it's a touching exploration of identity and family.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Making of Us?

Readers who relish emotionally charged family dramas with interconnected lives, such as those in Jojo Moyes' Me Before You or Liane Moriarty's Big Little Lies, will find much to admire in Lisa Jewell's The Making of Us. Character-driven storytelling with secrets and self-discovery will captivate.

4.0

27,806 ratings

68%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

390

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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