You Then, Me Now is a tale told by two women - one mother and one daughter, both telling a story from age 23. Nick Alexander interweaves both stories towards the end of the novel when the big question is answered: who is Becky's father?

I found Laura's (the mother) chapters the most interesting and the ones I looked forward to. Becky's parts were not as compelling, which makes sense because she's not the one who holds the key to a mystery. To me, Laura came off as sympathetic and sheltered. Her response to abuse at first made sense to me, as many victims think, "It's the only time" or "It's the last time." I thought that the final few chapters told from Laura's perspective were the best pieces of writing in the entire book.

I felt that Becky's chapters were not as well-written, especially once they're in Greece. I felt like she was written as more of a 17-year-old than a 23-year-old adult. I did not feel as sympathetic towards Becky's actions as I did Laura's.

It also seemed like the last few chapters were rushed - which could have been on purpose to give the narrative the whirlwind experience that's happening to the characters. I enjoyed how the big reveal went and how the narratives came together, and, besides feeling rushed, I couldn't put the book down during it.

Overall, 4/5 stars! My first novel by Nick Alexander, and I doubt it will be my last.

Thank you to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for giving me an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

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I loved this book. Really well written with strong characters. Told in two timelines with 25 years between them I loved the setting in Santorini and having been there could visualise every spot. A gripping story with some heart wrenching moments but some good humour also. I was very moved by some of the scenarios of how Laura felt while being with Conor and what she owed him due to circumstances. It was so well written and hard to believe this is a male author. Growing up during this time this resonated with me. An excellent read.

A great fresh, funny and entertaining read. Fast paced, great characters and plot. Highly recommended

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

This is the second book I have read by Nick Alexander and loved every page, well written with good characters and very descriptive.

I can recommend this book and thank you to Netgalley and Lake Union Publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book.