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Review of It Ends with Us

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3 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 01-28-25

While It Ends with Us aims to depict the complexities of domestic abuse, its execution feels more like a sanitized, cookie-cutter version of a survivor’s journey rather than an authentic, layered exploration of abuse dynamics.

Abuse is unacceptable regardless of privilege, background, or socioeconomic status. No one should experience physical, emotional, or sexual violence, and leaving an abusive relationship is never easy. However, while the book portrays Lily as an underdog, her journey is noticeably easier than the reality many survivors face. She has:

Financial independence through a thriving business.

A strong support system, including her mother and best friend.

An idealized former partner in Atlas, who does not perpetuate any form of secondary trauma.


These privileges allow her to leave her abuser far more easily than most real-life survivors, making her journey feel oversimplified and unrealistic.

The story relies on three key incidents to establish Lily as a victim, but the exploration of psychological, emotional, and systemic abuse feels surface-level rather than deeply examined.

The novel does imply cognitive dissonance and emotional conflict, as Lily experiences moments of fear, confusion, and hesitation. However, these aspects are not emphasized enough to fully capture how abuse erodes a person’s sense of self and reality. While there’s tension, the novel does not always dive into power imbalances, gaslighting, or the long-term effects of psychological trauma.

The book also does not fully explore the legal, financial, or familial barriers that often prevent victims from escaping abuse or the systemic difficulties many survivors—particularly those without financial or social resources—face in breaking free.

Lily’s childhood, growing up in an abusive household, was a more compelling aspect of her story than her adult relationship with Ryle.

The book attempts to depict a range of abuse, showcasing different forms through Ryle and Lily’s father as perpetrators, and Lily and her mother as victims.

I do applaud the effort, and nothing excuses Ryle’s abusive actions whatsoever.

The novel subtly presents an unspoken triangulation between Lily, Ryle, and Atlas. While Lily is not actively seeking or engaging in an affair, certain aspects of her interactions with Atlas—such as avoiding explanations about why she hesitated to return to the restaurant, keeping a sentimental gift from him, or Ryle discovering Atlas’s note in her phone—could be perceived as emotional entanglement.

It's important to understand how keeping a gift from an ex, omitting them from certain discussions, or maintaining sentimental attachments can be perceived as inappropriate within a marital or committed relationship. Some readers might not see it as a big deal because they don’t consider the deeper implications of emotional attachment and boundaries.

If one partner keeps physical reminders of an old romance, it can be seen as not fully letting go of that past bond. It’s not necessarily about possession or control—it’s about fostering mutual respect and trust within the current relationship.

This in no way condones abuse of any kind, of course!

Final Verdict

While the book succeeds in creating an emotional connection with readers, it falls short in accurately representing the depth of an abuse survivor’s struggles, particularly those who lack privilege. It is a commercialized, digestible version of a difficult topic, which may resonate with casual readers or those who see themselves in Lily’s character while still critiquing the lack of diversity in survivor narratives.

All victim narratives of abuse are valid, and abuse does not have to be extreme or frequent to be real. The abusive incidents in the book are serious and important, but the overall portrayal still felt oversimplified and surface-level, making it less immersive and realistic for those who have experienced or studied domestic violence in depth.

This book isn’t bad, but much like its movie counterpart, it simply didn’t work for me—not something I felt was a must-read. Lily is in her early 20s, and I imagine a younger reader or someone who directly relates to her experience might appreciate it more. While I recognized her struggles and felt sympathy for her at times, I found it difficult to fully engage with her character. This may be due to how her story was framed, her privilege, or the way the book simplified key aspects of her journey as an adult in an abusive relationship.

What truly redeemed the book was getting to know Lily in her formative years through her Ellen entries.

While I wanted to like both the book and the movie, they ultimately fell short for me. I appreciate stories that shed light on abuse, but this one felt more like a surface-level attempt—much like Enough starring Jennifer Lopez. While the novel’s intention is commendable, its execution lacks the depth needed to fully capture the complexity of abuse.

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pretty good

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4 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
3 out of 5 stars
Historia
4 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 11-29-24

I took notes. she didn't present new concepts but the way it's explained really resonates in a simple and approachable manner to educate and reflect on own experiences. sometimes the reading wasn't as smooth as id appreciate but I'm glad the author read her own book it's less impersonal and endears her to the reader as a real person

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not much of a mystery but cute story

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3 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Historia
4 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 09-27-23

I miss Nancy drew for nostalgia however this is cute and entertaining I don't get the real old/past cliffhanger mysteryfrom old.books this one I could guess everything so it wasn't really good in that sense good reader though

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cute quick and entertaining

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 09-25-23

I loved a little nostalgia that's modern I don't expect it to be old school Nancy drew style but it's close quick and enjoyable

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WOC matter at wotk

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 04-23-20

I love Audible and finding leadership self development and business-minded publications that will leave me to my goals I was really impressed with the memo book because it was written by a woman of color I could relate to and have gone through work-related experiences of microaggression discrimination I found ways to overcome thank you for making books by us and for us

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the speakers voice is hard to listen too

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2 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
2 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 02-08-19

this was a hard listen I can't get into primarily because of voice of narrator it's basic reading I'd save my credit for something else although the principals are noteworthy

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it's okay

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3 out of 5 stars
Ejecución
3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 02-03-19

I read this book almost 20 years ago listening to it the main character seems somewhat clueless it's entertaining a good who dunnit is always fun to watch and read yet listening to it I thought I'd have a better expectation

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we deserve to do life together a book of encourage

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Historia
5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 06-17-18

we should not have to mom alone. thanks for this awesome read which encourages: We're better together even when we're helping one another, we can find ways to link arms and live life together for a truer sense of community

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Loved the title

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3 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 04-09-18

I didn't like the main voice it was hard to listen to the stiff voice but the content is actually decent and I appreciate bible based and our faith filled content to self improve and reach out

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amazing

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Historia
5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 10-10-17

great audible book. loved it
thrilling romantic and wholesome. credit well spent. I couldn't stop playing it.

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