The Love That Split the World
The Love That Split the World
Book Brief
Beta396
Novel • Fiction
Kentucky • Contemporary
2016
YA
14-18 years
830L
Super Short Summary
The Love That Split the World by Emily Henry explores the journey of a young person named Natalie Cleary who experiences mysterious visions and encounters a boy named Beau who changes her life. As reality blurs, Natalie seeks to understand the connection between her visions and Beau, with themes of love, identity, and alternate realities interwoven throughout.
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Review Roundup
The Love That Split the World by Emily Henry captivates readers with its unique blend of romance, time travel, and Native American mythology. The lyrical prose and well-developed characters are praised, but some find the plot occasionally convoluted. Its emotional depth resonates strongly, although a few critique the pacing. Overall, an enchanting and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read The Love That Split the World?
A reader who would enjoy Emily Henry's The Love That Split the World is likely a fan of young adult (YA) fiction with elements of romance, science fiction, and fantasy. Comparable titles include Anna-Marie McLemore's When the Moon Was Ours and Lauren Oliver's Before I Fall, which also blend lyrical prose with themes of time and reality.
26,214 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Love That Split the World is Emily Henry's debut novel, showcasing her distinctive blend of contemporary romance and speculative fiction, which has since become a hallmark of her writing.
The book incorporates various cultural myths and folklore, enriching its narrative and broadening the thematic scope beyond a typical young adult romance.
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Emily Henry was inspired by the concept of "liminality," or the spaces and moments of transition, which plays a central role in the novel's exploration of time and identity.
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396
Novel • Fiction
Kentucky • Contemporary
2016
YA
14-18 years
830L
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