It Ends With Us
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Yashita Manghnani
5/15/20252 min read
Book Review: It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover
This book isn’t just a love story—it’s a raw, emotional journey that shines a powerful light on domestic violence and personal strength. I loved It Ends With Us not because it was comfortable, but because it was real. It’s one of those books that stays with you—not for its romance, but for the choices its characters are forced to make.
Characters:The story mainly revolves around Lily, a passionate, determined woman trying to move forward while carrying deep emotional scars from her past.
Then there’s Ryle, her current boyfriend, whose charm is shadowed by deeper, more painful flaws.
And Atlas, the boy from Lily’s past, who represents a different kind of love—gentle, healing, and safe.
Together, their dynamic paints a complex portrait of love, trauma, and difficult truths.
Plot:At first glance, it might seem like a typical romance—but it’s not. This book bravely explores the cycle of abuse, and how love can exist alongside pain. Lily’s journey forces her to confront not only her partner’s behavior but also the patterns she witnessed in her childhood. The plot grips you emotionally, building a world where tough decisions are made not with ease, but with strength.
Emotions:Reading this was a full emotional ride. At times I felt hope, love, and longing—but those feelings were quickly followed by heartbreak, tension, and anger. The author captures the confusing duality of being in love with someone who causes harm, and the quiet bravery it takes to walk away.
Ending:The ending is emotional and empowering. It doesn’t offer a perfect solution, but it offers a sense of closure—a kind that feels necessary and deserved. It leaves you thinking deeply about the characters, their choices, and your own ideas of love and forgiveness.
Final Thoughts:Yes, it’s an easy read, but don’t let that fool you. The themes are heavy and important. Some people mislabel this as a love story—but at its heart, it’s about survival, boundaries, and healing. The fact that a movie is now being made shows how relevant and resonant this story continues to be.And personally? I loved it so much I got a heart tattoo on my collarbone—a reminder of everything this story stands for.