When You Were Mine
When You Were Mine
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012
Book Brief
Beta334
Novel • Fiction
San Francisco, California • Contemporary
2012
YA
14-18 years
HL690L
Super Short Summary
When You Were Mine by Rebecca Serle reimagines the classic tale of Romeo and Juliet from the perspective of Rosaline, Romeo's first love. The story explores themes of love, friendship, and heartache as Rosaline navigates her complex emotions and relationships in the wake of Romeo's burgeoning romance with Juliet.
Bittersweet
Romantic
Melancholic
Emotional
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
9,755 ratings
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Review Roundup
When You Were Mine by Rebecca Serle offers a contemporary twist on a classic tale, capturing readers with its fresh perspective and emotional depth. The narrative's relatable protagonist and engaging plot are praised, though some critics note a predictable storyline and underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of modern retellings.
Who Should Read When You Were Mine?
Readers who relish contemporary retellings of classic tales with a modern twist would enjoy When You Were Mine by Rebecca Serle. Fans of Jenny Han's To All the Boys I've Loved Before and Rainbow Rowell's Eleanor & Park will appreciate its exploration of romance, friendship, and heartache from Rosaline's perspective.
9,755 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
334
Novel • Fiction
San Francisco, California • Contemporary
2012
YA
14-18 years
HL690L
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