The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca Yarros is a heart-tugging romance that beautifully intertwines historical and modern-day love stories, with a touch of mystery woven in. It explores love, loss, and second chances, all through an emotionally intense and gripping narrative. This is the first book that truly made me sob, its raw, emotional pull is that powerful. Rebecca’s storytelling strikes at the heart, connecting deeply to the characters and their love stories in a way that’s unforgettable.
"When you live your life with regrets, you're haunted by the 'what-ifs' instead of the memories you could have made."
The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca Yarros
The novel alternates between two timelines, blending the WWII love story of Scarlett Stanton, a brave young woman and writer, with her present-day granddaughter, Georgia Stanton. Scarlett’s story unfolds in the 1940s as she falls in love with an English pilot during the war. Decades later, Georgia finds herself in possession of Scarlett’s unfinished manuscript. Tasked with completing the story, Georgia reluctantly pairs up with a bestselling romance author, Noah Harrison. The two have a rocky start, as Georgia’s disillusioned with love and hesitant to open her heart again. Through the process of unraveling her grandmother’s past, Georgia faces her own fears and the possibility of love, just as Scarlett had years before.
Themes of resilience, love, loyalty, and the fight for one’s dreams are intricately woven throughout the story, giving it a sense of wonder and depth beyond a typical adventure.
Genre: Romance, Historical Fiction, Contemporary
Tropes: Dual Timeline Romance, Grumpy/Sunshine Dynamic, Second Chance Love, Enemies to Lovers
Published: 21st February 2021
Standalone Book
473 pages
15 hours
Penguin Books
My Favourite Quotes from The Things We Leave Unfinished
- Love isn’t easy, Georgia, but when it’s right, it makes you feel like you can do anything. Like you can face anything as long as you have it.
- Some things are worth leaving unfinished. Some things need to be let go, so that others can be fully realised.
The Things We Leave Unfinished Character Fan Art
When I read, I love imagining what the characters might look like in real life. Fan art brings them to life outside the pages, adding extra depth to the story. I’ve shared some beautiful fan art below to help you picture them too.
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My Rating of The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca Yarros
If a friend asked me if I would recommend this book, my answer would be Absolutely!!
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