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Ugly Love

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Colleen Hoover

Ugly Love

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Francisco • 2010s

Theme
Love

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Grief

•

Guilt
Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

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

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,151,308 ratings

75%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

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.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ugly Love?

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.

4.3

2,151,308 ratings

75%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Character List

Tate Collins

A 23-year-old ER nurse from San Diego who moves to San Francisco to further her education in nursing. She lives with her brother, Corbin, while navigating her relationships and personal growth.

A 25-year-old airline pilot and a central figure in Tate's life, whose emotional complexity and actions create tension in the narrative.

Tate's 25-year-old overprotective older brother and an airline pilot who provides a supportive environment for Tate in his luxury apartment.

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.

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.

Miles's perceptive and supportive best friend since high school who is also close to Corbin; he provides insight and stability.

A conventionally attractive but morally dubious character living in the same apartment building, who inadvertently influences dynamics among the main characters.

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

San Francisco • 2010s

Theme
Love

•

Grief

•

Guilt
Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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