It Starts With Us Review

Following the original novel It Ends With Us, It Starts With Us is an intense, heart-rending story that takes the reader deeper into the lives of the main characters. The audiobook is read by Colin Donnell and Olivia Song and the wonderful job of the narrators really engages the listener right from the beginning of the story.

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Story Overview

It Starts With Us is the sequel to It Ends With Us that continues Lily and Atlas’s story and all the ups and downs of their romantic connection. They say love, cure or the necessity for proper decision making in the choice of a companion.

It moves the listeners through the shift and change of events that surrounds Lily as she tries to balance between her roles of being a mother and wanting to have a decent love life. The development of the main character Atlas is impressive; the man faces his options and aims at starting a new life with Lily. The situation depicted in the narrative casts powerful feel appeal that anyone who wants to make significant decisions in his or her life would relate to.

Character Development

One of the strengths of It Starts With Us lies in its character development. Colleen Hoover masterfully delves into the complexities of Lily and Atlas, allowing listeners to witness their growth and transformation.

- Lily Bloom: As a mother, Lily grapples with the challenges of co-parenting and ensuring her daughter's well-being. Her journey is one of self-discovery, as she learns to prioritize her own happiness while being a responsible parent.

- Atlas Corrigan: Atlas's character is multifaceted, reflecting the struggles of someone who has overcome a troubled past. His determination to create a better life for himself and Lily is inspiring. The audiobook captures his internal battles and triumphs, making him a relatable and admirable character.

The supporting characters also add depth to the story. They provide insights into Lily and Atlas's lives, highlighting the importance of friendship and community in overcoming life's obstacles.

Narration Quality

One would remember the great focus on the dual narration in this audiobook. The two main actors, representing Lily Bloom and Atlas Corrigan, do a great acting job that will draw the audience into the story. The different manner of narration enhances their separation and ensures that the spectators get an opportunity to understand the passions of the story.

The run and intonation of the voice is pleasant and suits the character of Lily as a strong-willed yet rather weak person. While Wonder has a lighter feeling as a name, Atlas could be darker implying more layers because of his background and physique. This further makes it easy for the listeners to develop a close proximity with the two narrators and produces the feeling that one is listening to a private conversation.

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Emotional Impact

It Starts With Us contains an emotional spectrum that impacts the reader. As for the specifics of the work, the girl’s messages are written with warmth and passion and Colleen Hoover is the kind of an author who makes people believe in love and Second Chances. The audiobook version improves this aspect, as the narrators are able to fully and passionately embody the characters’ feelings.

In Lily and Atlas’s journey listeners will shed a tear, and probably look into their own life and emotions. The concepts of resistance and the significance of love as the conquering force remain relevant to this day and thus listening to this book is quite inspiring.

Conclusion

As a final analysis, it can be stated that It Starts With Us is a masterpiece of an audiobook exploring love, healing, and self-development. The shifting points of view make it an engrossing listen.

That is why this audiobook by Colleen Hoover would prove interesting to a vast number of listeners: she is a master at creating real-life characters and discussing rather significant topics. Whether the first novel impressed you or not, Hoover’s It Starts With Us will not leave you indifferent.

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