November 9 is written so uniquely that it blew me away. The characters were funny and witty with their own flaws. We all know that there is not a single book written by Colleen Hoover that is not written brilliantly. So, here’s a spoiler-free book review of November 9.
About November 9
Title: November 9
Author: Colleen Hoover
Genre: Contemporary Romance, New Adult
Publisher: Atria Books
Type: Standalone
Pages: 310
Goodreads rating: 4.35/5
Fallon and Ben meet randomly on November 9th, when Ben pretends to be Fallon’s boyfriend. While eating alone, Ben overhears Fallon’s father lambasting her while having lunch together. He comes to her rescue by pretending to be Fallon’s boyfriend. Their untimely attraction leads them to spend Fallon’s last day in L.A. together, and her eventful life becomes the creative inspiration Ben has always sought for his novel.
Over time and amidst the various relationships and tribulations of their separate lives, they meet on the same date every year. Then, one day, Fallon becomes unsure if Ben has been telling her the truth or fabricating a perfect reality for the ultimate plot twist.
Can Ben’s relationship with Fallon and his novel be considered a love story if it ends in heartbreak?
Book review of November 9
Okay, so let’s talk about November 9 by Colleen Hoover, because wow, this book took me on a whole ride! You know how some romances just have that extra something? This one is bursting with emotion, heartbreak, and all the feels. Trust me, it’s the kind of story that sticks with you long after you’ve closed the last page.
So here’s the setup: Fallon and Ben, our two main characters, meet for the first time at a restaurant in L.A. on November 9th. Cute, right? But there’s a catch—Fallon isn’t exactly ready for a relationship.
She’s got big plans to move to New York and chase her career dreams, so she tells Ben she won’t even think about dating until she’s 23. The solution? They decide to meet once a year on the same day, November 9, at the same restaurant, and just see what happens.
“You left with my soul in your fists and my heart in your teeth, and I don’t want either of them back.”
Colleen Hoover, November 9
Now, Ben—he’s an aspiring writer, and Fallon quickly becomes his muse. Yep, you guessed it, he decides to write their story. But for Fallon, November 9 isn’t just a random date. It’s the day she survived something horrific—30% of her body was burned in a fire. So yeah, November 9 has baggage. But meeting Ben gives her something else to think about—something hopeful.
She’s not the kind of girl you choose your battles for. She’s the kind of girl you fight to the death for.
Colleen Hoover, November 9
Oh, and let me just say, this book is packed with memorable quotes! Like, I wanted to highlight the whole thing. And the plot twist? Seriously, I did a double take. It had me going, “Wait, what just happened?!”
Now, let’s talk characters. Fallon is strong—like, seriously, she’s been through so much, and I get why she makes the choices she does. And Ben? Well, he has his moments where you’re like, “Hmm… pervy much?” But his charm? It totally makes up for it. You can’t help but root for both of them.
Conclusion
Rating: 5 / 5
Recommendation: Undoubtedly. 100%
I laughed, I cried, I gasped—sometimes all in one chapter. Colleen Hoover is a master of romance, and this book is proof. If you’re into emotional rollercoasters with characters you’ll love (and sometimes want to shake), this book is 100% for you. Go read it, and thank me later!
About The Author
Colleen Hoover is the #1 New York Times and International bestselling author of multiple novels and novellas. She lives in Texas with her husband and their three boys. She is the founder of The Bookworm Box, a non-profit book subscription service and bookstore in Sulphur Springs, Texas.
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