44 pages 1 hour read

Genevieve Wheeler

Adelaide: A Novel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Genevieve Wheeler’s 2023 debut novel, Adelaide, Adelaide Williams navigates romantic and personal challenges while pursuing a graduate degree in London. Falling in love with Rory Hughes, she experiences euphoric highs and devastating lows that force her to confront her mental health and journey toward self-acceptance. Sensitive topics such as suicide, sexual violence, and mental health are depicted.

Reviews & Readership

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Adelaide by Genevieve Wheeler captivates readers with its emotional depth and well-drawn characters. The novel's exploration of personal growth and relationships garners praise, though some critics feel its pacing lags in parts. Overall, Wheeler's insightful storytelling and evocative prose leave a lasting impact, despite minor narrative drawbacks.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Adelaide?

Readers who would enjoy Adelaide by Genevieve Wheeler are fans of contemporary romance and women's fiction. They appreciate emotionally immersive stories with strong character development. If you enjoyed One Day by David Nicholls or Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman, this book will resonate with you.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Romance

Coming of Age / Bildungsroman

Modern Classic Fiction

Themes

Life/Time: Coming of Age

Identity: Mental Health

Emotions/Behavior: Love

Topics

Mental Illness