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Novel • Fiction
San Francisco • 2010s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover alternates between the perspectives of Tate, a nursing student, and Miles, an airline pilot, as they navigate a complex, no-strings-attached relationship in San Francisco. While Tate hopes for more, Miles is haunted by a painful past that prevents him from committing. Their journey examines themes of love, loss, and emotional boundaries. The novel contains depictions of explicit sex, emotional manipulation, and violence.
Emotional
Romantic
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
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Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover receives mixed reviews. Enthusiastic readers praise its emotional depth and compelling characters, highlighting the intense and passionate romance. However, some critics point to predictable plot elements and over-the-top drama, which may detract from the overall impact. Despite its flaws, the novel resonates with fans of emotionally charged love stories.
Readers who enjoy Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover are typically fans of emotional romance novels with complex characters and intense, heart-wrenching plots. They might also appreciate books like Me Before You by Jojo Moyes and It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover, which similarly delve into themes of love, loss, and personal growth.
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Miles Mikel Archer
A 25-year-old airline pilot and a central figure in Tate's life, whose emotional complexity and actions create tension in the narrative.
Corbin Collins
Tate's 25-year-old overprotective older brother and an airline pilot who provides a supportive environment for Tate in his luxury apartment.
Cap (Samuel)
An 80-year-old elevator attendant known for his humor and wisdom, serving as a mentor-like figure with a close relationship to both Tate and Miles.
Rachel
A character primarily seen through Miles's perspective, known for her strong connection to him during their high school years, and her depth adds dimension to the storyline.
Ian
Miles's perceptive and supportive best friend since high school who is also close to Corbin; he provides insight and stability.
Dillon
A conventionally attractive but morally dubious character living in the same apartment building, who inadvertently influences dynamics among the main characters.
336
Novel • Fiction
San Francisco • 2010s
2014
Adult
18+ years
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