I haven’t read much of Colleen Hoover’s work, and I always thought her novels were more towards teenagers. But “It Ends With Us” is a story that I know will stay with me forever.
Hoover’s portrayal of the cycle of abuse was incredibly powerful. She didn’t kept away from the harsh realities of domestic violence, but instead, she presented them in a way that was both raw and honest. I felt Lily’s pain and confusion as she struggled to break free from the cycle.
As someone who grew up in a family where my mother was in an abusive relationship, I could see myself reflected in Lily’s story. The fear, the guilt, the hope for a better life – I’ve felt them all.
But what truly resonated with me was Lily’s strength. Despite everything she endured, she never gave up on herself. She finally found the courage to leave her husband and build a new life for herself.
And how can I forget to mention my most favorite words of the novel:
“Cycles exist because they are excruciating to break. It takes an astronomical amount of pain and courage to disrupt a familiar pattern. Sometimes it seems easier to just keep running in the same familiar circles, rather than facing the fear of jumping and possibly not landing on your feet.
My mother went through it.
I went through it.
I’ll be damned if I allow my daughter to go through it.”
by TryAltruistic5735