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All the Other Me
Perfect for fans of The Rehearsals by Annette Christie and What Might Have Been by Holly Miller, All the Other Me is a poignant story of what it means to come to terms with who you are, and who you can be.
Isabelle Duprees is one of Forbes’ most powerful self-made women and has built a reputation as one of New York’s savviest investors and sharpest advisors. With a penthouse overlooking Central Park, an open invitation to any event she wishes to attend, and a weekly date with a man who won’t ask too much of her, Isabelle’s carefully curated life is exactly what she wants.
Until it isn’t.
After her estranged sister shows up, circumstances—and too much champagne—have Isabelle Googling herself, only to discover three other women her age, with the same name, birthdate, and familiar features.
Too curious not to follow this rabbit hole, Isabelle and her sister embark on a road trip that leads them back to their hometown—and possibly each other. On the way, they seek out all the other Isabelle’s and find each one of them living a life that could have been hers if she’d made different choices.
Isabelle Duprees is one of Forbes’ most powerful self-made women and has built a reputation as one of New York’s savviest investors and sharpest advisors. With a penthouse overlooking Central Park, an open invitation to any event she wishes to attend, and a weekly date with a man who won’t ask too much of her, Isabelle’s carefully curated life is exactly what she wants.
Until it isn’t.
After her estranged sister shows up, circumstances—and too much champagne—have Isabelle Googling herself, only to discover three other women her age, with the same name, birthdate, and familiar features.
Too curious not to follow this rabbit hole, Isabelle and her sister embark on a road trip that leads them back to their hometown—and possibly each other. On the way, they seek out all the other Isabelle’s and find each one of them living a life that could have been hers if she’d made different choices.
304 pages, Paperback
Published November 19, 2024
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November 3, 2024
This portrays a lot of what could have been... through personal growth and how the decisions we make can change the course of our lives. Some choices grow inspiring others with compassion and acceptance of our differences. Then there are paths we choose that can corrupt and darken our soul with selfishness and lack of empathy. You might say Isabelle is a strong, powerful woman, known in N.Y. as one of the top investors and self made. She left behind her home and family in Tennessee with no regards to anyone but to climb over the top. An outstanding move, yet she lacked empathy in her efforts. When her sister who has never visited arrives, she encourages her to change her attitude and google her name to see what she can find. When she finds 3 women with the same name, birth date and features living near her hometown, she panics. A road trip she doesn't have time for finds more than she could have guessed. These people were different versions of her like the Christmas Carol, and what it revealed about Scrooge. They were all living the life that could have been hers. Those versions consisted of caring and compassionate women.
I didn't expect to make a connection with it like I did. A very well-written book that I could not put down. The ratings are high for a reason. Don't miss out on this one!
Thank you NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for this incredible ARC in exchange for my review.
I didn't expect to make a connection with it like I did. A very well-written book that I could not put down. The ratings are high for a reason. Don't miss out on this one!
Thank you NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for this incredible ARC in exchange for my review.
October 29, 2024
I have read most of Jody's books and I almost always hear her voice in her books when I read. But this book is so incredibly well done that I forgot that Jody is the author! (does this sound weird? It's a good thing...) This is a personal growth story about Isabelle. She likes control and checking off goals and accomplishing more. But when she googles herself, she finds alternate versions of the way her life could have come together. As she makes this completely unexpected journey, she learns so much about herself and about her life.
It was the kind of easy personal growth that we love from Katherine Center. It was immersive and compelling. I went in thinking I would read it in sections and read the whole darn thing.
It was the kind of easy personal growth that we love from Katherine Center. It was immersive and compelling. I went in thinking I would read it in sections and read the whole darn thing.
September 22, 2024
NetGalley early release
Publishing date : November 2024
Rating: 5 ⭐️
This story had all the aspects: love, family, friendship, hard work, determination, loss, dedication, etc. The author wrote about all of them beautifully.
We follow Isabelle throughout her life and watch her encounter other versions of herself, had she followed different paths. We get to see the raw emotion that her character feels every time she saw a new version of herself in that reality. We got to see her grow as a person and use the other realities as ways to grow and view things in a different way. She learned compassion and learned to put her heart into all she does for more than just the accolades and high praise. She was a great character that didn’t just go through the motions. As I was reading, I legitimately could see her growth and depth as the main character. Which I really appreciated. She got to go on this little “life road trip” with her estranged sister, and they got to bond with one another throughout it. I kept thinking the whole time that it really is crazy how two people can grow up the same way, in the same household, yet have two completely different experiences and childhoods.
I would recommend this book again and again.
Publishing date : November 2024
Rating: 5 ⭐️
This story had all the aspects: love, family, friendship, hard work, determination, loss, dedication, etc. The author wrote about all of them beautifully.
We follow Isabelle throughout her life and watch her encounter other versions of herself, had she followed different paths. We get to see the raw emotion that her character feels every time she saw a new version of herself in that reality. We got to see her grow as a person and use the other realities as ways to grow and view things in a different way. She learned compassion and learned to put her heart into all she does for more than just the accolades and high praise. She was a great character that didn’t just go through the motions. As I was reading, I legitimately could see her growth and depth as the main character. Which I really appreciated. She got to go on this little “life road trip” with her estranged sister, and they got to bond with one another throughout it. I kept thinking the whole time that it really is crazy how two people can grow up the same way, in the same household, yet have two completely different experiences and childhoods.
I would recommend this book again and again.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 24, 2024
I loved this one! The vibes are You’re On Your Own Kid meets Right Where You Left Me. It’s Sliding Doors meets a non-holiday version of A Christmas Carol. Perfect for fans of Melissa Wiesner, Kate Robb, and Sophie Cousens, this book is out NOW! Thank you, Partner @bibliolifestyle @blackstonepublishing.
Isabelle Duprees seemingly has it all: more money than she could ever spend, power in New York high society, and a James Bond lookalike hookup buddy. But she’s estranged from her family, has no friends, and works constantly — which she believes is the whole point of success. (You see where this is going, don’t you?) When her estranged sister shows up unexpectedly and goads Isabel into Googling herself, she’s shocked to find no mention of her many public achievements. Instead, the only search results feature a local bookstore owner in Pennsylvania named Issy — who looks exactly like Isabelle.
Determined to uncover the what the heck is happening, the sisters set off on a road trip. Along the way, Isabelle encounters alternate versions of herself who found happiness despite having far less, financially. This journey forces her to reevaluate her choices and consider whether the life she’s built is one she wants to live.
Jody tackles this weighty topic brilliantly. The story never veers too dark — I never felt all was lost or worried for Isabel — yet it stays meaningful by deeply exploring the characters’ emotions. I enjoyed watching Isabel gradually open up to her sister and learning that compartmentalizing your life limits the joy it can bring.
This book feels like a warm hug. I can’t quite explain why, but Jody’s stories always bring me comfort, and this one is no exception.
Title: All the Other Me
Author: Jody Holford
Pub Date: 11/19
Stars: 4.56
Isabelle Duprees seemingly has it all: more money than she could ever spend, power in New York high society, and a James Bond lookalike hookup buddy. But she’s estranged from her family, has no friends, and works constantly — which she believes is the whole point of success. (You see where this is going, don’t you?) When her estranged sister shows up unexpectedly and goads Isabel into Googling herself, she’s shocked to find no mention of her many public achievements. Instead, the only search results feature a local bookstore owner in Pennsylvania named Issy — who looks exactly like Isabelle.
Determined to uncover the what the heck is happening, the sisters set off on a road trip. Along the way, Isabelle encounters alternate versions of herself who found happiness despite having far less, financially. This journey forces her to reevaluate her choices and consider whether the life she’s built is one she wants to live.
Jody tackles this weighty topic brilliantly. The story never veers too dark — I never felt all was lost or worried for Isabel — yet it stays meaningful by deeply exploring the characters’ emotions. I enjoyed watching Isabel gradually open up to her sister and learning that compartmentalizing your life limits the joy it can bring.
This book feels like a warm hug. I can’t quite explain why, but Jody’s stories always bring me comfort, and this one is no exception.
Title: All the Other Me
Author: Jody Holford
Pub Date: 11/19
Stars: 4.56
April 5, 2025
Nope....that was not the book for me. It's listed as fantasy....but I'd say fantasy- adjacent.
I'm a sucker for a good book of doors, time travel and I thought this would be something like that. The small fantasy part of the book where she googles herself and her life is something different than her life is not so important. It's never explained. All there is in this book is a story of two sisters fighting about their childhood. YAWNER!
I still don't know why I kept on listening. Goodreads rating (4) on this one is just plain crazy coocoo!
Audiobook
I'm a sucker for a good book of doors, time travel and I thought this would be something like that. The small fantasy part of the book where she googles herself and her life is something different than her life is not so important. It's never explained. All there is in this book is a story of two sisters fighting about their childhood. YAWNER!
I still don't know why I kept on listening. Goodreads rating (4) on this one is just plain crazy coocoo!
Audiobook
April 25, 2025
4.5 stars. Really interesting premise and an enjoyable read overall. One of the more unusual plots I have read lately.
January 26, 2025
Enjoyable, refreshing read.
May 12, 2025
An intriguing, moving story about a woman who found different versions of herself and, determined to find an explanation, proceeds on an impromptu road trip with her estranged sister which unopens a can of worms that she has purposely suppressed for most of her life.
Where the book is good, it does really well. I thought the dynamic between Isabelle and her sister Elaina was interesting and the gradual unravelling of her past relationship with her mother and sister, and the subsequent revelations that comes accordingly, as authentic and genuinely sad. I don't read many books that has the main character visiting their seeming clones living another life so that plot device was also intriguing. I didn't cry during the book but there were several times where I was moved and I thought "Man, some readers will definitely have a few tears roll down their cheeks during this part".
Unfortunately, what the book doesn't do well, it really fails at. Jonathon, Isabelle's love interest, I felt was an unnecessary diversion that felt out of place for a book about a woman who thought she had it all but was actually holding onto inner-demons. Truthfully, Jonathon feels like a character from a short smut story about powerful business people falling in love that was ham-fisted into an otherwise emotional and interesting story. While he does ultimately play a part in the book, I feel he could of easily been removed and the plot would still hold strong, if not be better. Another thing I didn't like involves spoilers - Also, Jody really likes hooking arms when walking; not a critique persay, just an observation...
Overall, a good book that has its flaws but was compelling enough for me to be mostly satisfied upon completion. Definitely a worthy feat considering the book's genre, a sort of drama-fantasy-romance, is something I wouldn't typically read.
Where the book is good, it does really well. I thought the dynamic between Isabelle and her sister Elaina was interesting and the gradual unravelling of her past relationship with her mother and sister, and the subsequent revelations that comes accordingly, as authentic and genuinely sad. I don't read many books that has the main character visiting their seeming clones living another life so that plot device was also intriguing. I didn't cry during the book but there were several times where I was moved and I thought "Man, some readers will definitely have a few tears roll down their cheeks during this part".
Unfortunately, what the book doesn't do well, it really fails at. Jonathon, Isabelle's love interest, I felt was an unnecessary diversion that felt out of place for a book about a woman who thought she had it all but was actually holding onto inner-demons. Truthfully, Jonathon feels like a character from a short smut story about powerful business people falling in love that was ham-fisted into an otherwise emotional and interesting story. While he does ultimately play a part in the book, I feel he could of easily been removed and the plot would still hold strong, if not be better. Another thing I didn't like involves spoilers - Also, Jody really likes hooking arms when walking; not a critique persay, just an observation...
Overall, a good book that has its flaws but was compelling enough for me to be mostly satisfied upon completion. Definitely a worthy feat considering the book's genre, a sort of drama-fantasy-romance, is something I wouldn't typically read.
February 23, 2025
You Can go Home Again
Jody Holford writes in her book All the Other Me, a stirring blend of a family's recovery from intergenerational trauma and the profound isolating effects it has on each of them.
Like a symphonic poem, she offers stanzas highlighting each woman. The high note is Isabelle Caroline Duprees, a self-made, mega-successful businesswoman. She has memorized Sun Tzu's The Art of War and in the boardroom and during negotiations, she takes no prisoners. However, she has paid a high price for her success.
Isabelle exudes a sharpness in her high note, reflecting the intense anxiety she lives with. Everything in her life is organized in her mind in a series of boxes. Success depends upon keeping certain boxes muted. Most importantly, anything that gets in the way of her hyper-focus on her career.
Like a masterful conductor, Jody Holford brings into the story each member of her family, as if she is nodding to the violin section. The pain of perceived rejection by her family has made Isabelle into a two-dimensional being. She exists as one note only. The anxiety overwhelms her sometimes when she feels any emotion creeping into her life.
Isabelle's journey to find the other parts of her poem takes her to some bizarre places. She travels with her long-estranged sister, Elaina, fighting her every step of the way. Elaina keeps upsetting her boxes, sending her into a panic.
The rest of the symphonic poem is a painful, witty, tearful, and happy playing of the breaking down of barriers and the powerful love and forgiveness of families. I found the interaction of the family poignant and potentially life-changing.
There is so much more to this story than I can write. As you would leave a Symphony Hall, after an outstanding performance, so, too, you will finish this book with a full heart and tears in your eyes. I cannot recommend this book enough.
Jody Holford writes in her book All the Other Me, a stirring blend of a family's recovery from intergenerational trauma and the profound isolating effects it has on each of them.
Like a symphonic poem, she offers stanzas highlighting each woman. The high note is Isabelle Caroline Duprees, a self-made, mega-successful businesswoman. She has memorized Sun Tzu's The Art of War and in the boardroom and during negotiations, she takes no prisoners. However, she has paid a high price for her success.
Isabelle exudes a sharpness in her high note, reflecting the intense anxiety she lives with. Everything in her life is organized in her mind in a series of boxes. Success depends upon keeping certain boxes muted. Most importantly, anything that gets in the way of her hyper-focus on her career.
Like a masterful conductor, Jody Holford brings into the story each member of her family, as if she is nodding to the violin section. The pain of perceived rejection by her family has made Isabelle into a two-dimensional being. She exists as one note only. The anxiety overwhelms her sometimes when she feels any emotion creeping into her life.
Isabelle's journey to find the other parts of her poem takes her to some bizarre places. She travels with her long-estranged sister, Elaina, fighting her every step of the way. Elaina keeps upsetting her boxes, sending her into a panic.
The rest of the symphonic poem is a painful, witty, tearful, and happy playing of the breaking down of barriers and the powerful love and forgiveness of families. I found the interaction of the family poignant and potentially life-changing.
There is so much more to this story than I can write. As you would leave a Symphony Hall, after an outstanding performance, so, too, you will finish this book with a full heart and tears in your eyes. I cannot recommend this book enough.
November 20, 2024
“As much as you think I don’t know you, I’m worried you might not know yourself.”
Meet Isabelle, Izzy, Belle, and Iz. You’ve never met anyone like them…except that they’re all the same person. Or are they?
This story was captivating from the beginning. A romance with some magical realism wrapped up in a journey of self-discovery and growth? SIGN. ME. UP.
Because honestly, what would you do if you woke up one day and decided to Google yourself for the very first time only to discover that there’s another you living out in the world? With the same name, birthday, age, and even the same face. All of their pictures are of you, except you can’t remember ever taking or posing for those photos.
So what else can you possibly do than jump in a car with your estranged sister to track down the other you and figure out what’s going on?
I genuinely loved this adventure. I loved that Isabelle was forced to face her insecurities, her past, her choices—both good and bad. I loved that she had to come face-to-face with herself in order to learn about the other possibilities life could offer.
“I’ve learned not to squander the beauty life offers you. It can be fleeting, and we think we have control, but we don’t.”
This book teaches not only Isabelle, but readers as well, that you can’t plan everything in life—and even when you try, some things might not go your way…but that doesn’t mean they’re bad. It doesn’t mean everything is ruined. And it doesn’t mean you’re weaker because of it. Learning to embrace life and the people in it with you, is strength incarnate.
“Personal strength comes from knowing that leaning on someone, letting them all the way in, doesn’t make you weak.”
Meet Isabelle, Izzy, Belle, and Iz. You’ve never met anyone like them…except that they’re all the same person. Or are they?
This story was captivating from the beginning. A romance with some magical realism wrapped up in a journey of self-discovery and growth? SIGN. ME. UP.
Because honestly, what would you do if you woke up one day and decided to Google yourself for the very first time only to discover that there’s another you living out in the world? With the same name, birthday, age, and even the same face. All of their pictures are of you, except you can’t remember ever taking or posing for those photos.
So what else can you possibly do than jump in a car with your estranged sister to track down the other you and figure out what’s going on?
I genuinely loved this adventure. I loved that Isabelle was forced to face her insecurities, her past, her choices—both good and bad. I loved that she had to come face-to-face with herself in order to learn about the other possibilities life could offer.
“I’ve learned not to squander the beauty life offers you. It can be fleeting, and we think we have control, but we don’t.”
This book teaches not only Isabelle, but readers as well, that you can’t plan everything in life—and even when you try, some things might not go your way…but that doesn’t mean they’re bad. It doesn’t mean everything is ruined. And it doesn’t mean you’re weaker because of it. Learning to embrace life and the people in it with you, is strength incarnate.
“Personal strength comes from knowing that leaning on someone, letting them all the way in, doesn’t make you weak.”
February 2, 2025
Have you ever wondered how your life might be different if you’d made different choices? If you’d never left your home town, or if you took that opportunity to travel for work? In this story, Isabelle Duprees googles herself only to discover another version of her is living a different life in another town, so she embarks on a road trip to see how the other her is living. Along the way she confronts her past and needs to make some decisions about her future. I really enjoyed the way this story explored themes of love, loss and relationships through the idea of parallel universes, and using fantastical thinking to put a new spin on (literally) taking a good, hard look at yourself.
There were a couple of formatting/editing issues - parts of the story were told in text messages, and at least one of the text messages wasn’t supposed to be. I also find myself a little bit cynical about how easily characters can repair decades of broken relationships and associated trauma. This book at least acknowledged that the HEA might not be entirely without a few speed bumps. 4.5 stars.
There were a couple of formatting/editing issues - parts of the story were told in text messages, and at least one of the text messages wasn’t supposed to be. I also find myself a little bit cynical about how easily characters can repair decades of broken relationships and associated trauma. This book at least acknowledged that the HEA might not be entirely without a few speed bumps. 4.5 stars.
January 6, 2025
This is yet another take on the “roads not traveled,” “what if” trope.
High-powered business woman Isabella think she has her life all figured out; being a successful businesswoman, even at the expense of personal relationships. But when her estranged sister, Elaina visits, they discover that there is another version of Isabella in a nearby city. Elaina convinces Isabella to go and meet this other version. Things are a bit jarring and the other version has no idea that they resemble each other.
Then they find another version . . . and another one.
As the two sisters travel from city to city, they address past hurts and learn hidden things about each other. Isabella has to face some hard truth about the choices she has made and decide who she wants to be moving forward.
This treatment of “the road not taken” is interesting, but not quite as hard-hitting as in other novels. Still, if you like this sort of exploration, it’s a worthwhile story. The narrator was good too.
High-powered business woman Isabella think she has her life all figured out; being a successful businesswoman, even at the expense of personal relationships. But when her estranged sister, Elaina visits, they discover that there is another version of Isabella in a nearby city. Elaina convinces Isabella to go and meet this other version. Things are a bit jarring and the other version has no idea that they resemble each other.
Then they find another version . . . and another one.
As the two sisters travel from city to city, they address past hurts and learn hidden things about each other. Isabella has to face some hard truth about the choices she has made and decide who she wants to be moving forward.
This treatment of “the road not taken” is interesting, but not quite as hard-hitting as in other novels. Still, if you like this sort of exploration, it’s a worthwhile story. The narrator was good too.
March 24, 2025
This story had a very interesting premise - A highly successful, ultra wealthy NY executive googles herself and unwittingly discovers alternate versions of her own life. Setting out on a road trip with her sister, whom she no longer has a relationship with, to explore her other "selves" proves to be eye opening and a means of healing a lifetime of wounds. The author has a lovely writing style. The characters were well drawn and I appreciated the themes of forgiveness and family love. However... I found the swearing to be overdone and unnecessary. IMO, the characters and story would have been much more enjoyable without it. I would have loved to have given this book five stars, but deducted one for the language.
November 11, 2024
This book was odd in a really good way. Think ghost of Christmas past/present meets successful rich woman whose past tragic family drama comes crashing back on her. Jody Holford did a great job intertwining the two sisters lives (Isabelle and Elaina) and how things that went so terribly wrong after their father's death, started down a path of possible forgiveness. I found it confusing in parts, but definitely captivating enough to keep me up all night reading! Loved Jonathan and Kaia, their characters brought alot to this story. Ending definitely had a kleenex moment for me!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC copy of this book.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC copy of this book.
November 13, 2024
4.3 stars
This contemporary novel follows the life of a very rich and powerful woman living estranged from her family.
The story follows her and her sister as they take a road trip to visit different versions of herself. Seeing what life would be like had she made various decisions along the way.
As the main character's sister mentions at one point, the plot is very similar to A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens without the ghosts. As readers we get to follow along and see how this trip through time helps her evolve as a character.
Thank you to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This contemporary novel follows the life of a very rich and powerful woman living estranged from her family.
The story follows her and her sister as they take a road trip to visit different versions of herself. Seeing what life would be like had she made various decisions along the way.
As the main character's sister mentions at one point, the plot is very similar to A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens without the ghosts. As readers we get to follow along and see how this trip through time helps her evolve as a character.
Thank you to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
January 14, 2025
I really liked this book right from the beginning. Isabelle is a successful businesswoman who is holding on to a lot of anger from her childhood. She and her estranged sister Google her name only to find there are alternate versions of Isabelle. They go on a journey of discovery as Isabelle comes to terms with these other versions of herself. It is a journey of self discovery. With a happy ending!!!!
November 27, 2024
I wasn't sue what to expect from this premise--a powerful business woman finds several other versions of herself when she Googles her name and sets out, with her estranged sister, to look into the lives she could've had--but the speculative element worked seamlessly and the sister relationship was compelling. A great read.
May 5, 2025
creative take on the sliding doors perspective
Navigating family issues is hard, and the perspectives from the different characters gives you a broader perspective. The take on different life paths the main character could have taken give you insight into who she really is. Really enjoyed her journey
Navigating family issues is hard, and the perspectives from the different characters gives you a broader perspective. The take on different life paths the main character could have taken give you insight into who she really is. Really enjoyed her journey
November 7, 2024
I devoured this one so quickly.
December 3, 2024
All the Other Me by Jody Holford is a thought-provoking read that includes suspense, emotion, and a little bit of romance. Isabelle Dupree’s journey of meeting her other “selves” takes you through her self-discovery while she navigates complex relationships of her past and present. It reminds me of A Christmas Carol or It’s a Wonderful Life, but in totally different ways. I really disliked Isabelle at first, and I thought the ongoing conflict with her sister was annoying, but at the same time it felt real and raw. Don’t worry…she grows on you as you read. This book kept me engaged from start to finish. The writing is heartfelt with characters that are authentic and relatable, and the overall narrative leaves you wanting more. All the Other Me is a satisfying story that will have you reflecting on the paths we choose and the ones we don’t. Four stars for its emotional depth and storytelling. This is the first Jody Holford book that I’ve read, and I’m excited to read her other books. I love it when I find a new author to explore. Thank you to Blackstone Publishing and Netgalley for the opportunity to read an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
December 27, 2024
I'm not big on time lapse novels that are similar to Ebenezer Scrooge, but this was a good one. Beautifully written with relatable themes.
January 21, 2025
A story of “what-ifs”, the path not taken, broken relationships, and ultimately finding oneself and forgiveness. The audio narration was also very good.
February 21, 2025
Kind of interesting, yet not the best read.
October 24, 2025
This book ended up being better than I thought it would. I figured it would be an annoying family drama, but it grew into much more. The stories between the sisters bond was also fascinating.
August 12, 2024
This book was described as a "Sliding Doors" type of book. Having just watched that movie, I was excited to read All the Other Me. This book blew me away. I laughed and I cried, and I felt for all of the characters. I am going to use this book for the staff pick month for one of our book discussion groups. Depending on budget, it will either be April or August 2025. Very well done! I am not going to hit the author's backlist to see what other gems I find. Thank you, NetGalley, for making ARCs available.
August 11, 2024
I liked this book more than I thought I would! The premise was unique and the idea of getting to peek into other lives you could have lived is what interested me to begin with. It was written well - not perfect but still really good.
Thanks to Net Galley for the arc of this book in exchange for my review.
Thanks to Net Galley for the arc of this book in exchange for my review.
July 27, 2024
This is a hard book for me to review. Mostly it was not what i expected and probably wouldn't have read it. It was primarily a story of a woman coming to terms with herself and her family and a journey to meet other lives she could have had to heal from her past. The main character was very successful but she was written as if she was pretty young/naive despite that So while it was fine it wasn't really the book for me.
December 31, 2024
A spellbinding tale of life and its many versions, twists and turns . I absolutely love this book and it's one of the best I've read this year. 5 stars plus
This is my first time reading Jody Holford . I have read all her books written as Sophie Sullivan (love them all). As Jody Holford the writing and story telling is also excellent.
In All the Other Me , the main character Isabelle Duprees is a self-made woman and ranked as one of Forbes' most powerful in the investment world. Isabelle has curated a life she loves - or at least thinks she loves- checking off goals and creating new ones to accomplish. She keeps most people at a distance including her family. Then her sister turns up on her doorstep and Isabelle is forced to deal with her and the life she left behind. Many lives actually which she discovers when she googles herself and finds multiple versions of herself.
This story is so well crafted and is not gimmicky. I kept wondering as I read how Ms. Holford would explain the multiple lives of Isabelle. She does so brilliantly and without any of the common soap opera drama that she could have used to write this story.
Highly recommend this book. 5 stars all around and more if I was able to give more than 5 stars.
This is my first time reading Jody Holford . I have read all her books written as Sophie Sullivan (love them all). As Jody Holford the writing and story telling is also excellent.
In All the Other Me , the main character Isabelle Duprees is a self-made woman and ranked as one of Forbes' most powerful in the investment world. Isabelle has curated a life she loves - or at least thinks she loves- checking off goals and creating new ones to accomplish. She keeps most people at a distance including her family. Then her sister turns up on her doorstep and Isabelle is forced to deal with her and the life she left behind. Many lives actually which she discovers when she googles herself and finds multiple versions of herself.
This story is so well crafted and is not gimmicky. I kept wondering as I read how Ms. Holford would explain the multiple lives of Isabelle. She does so brilliantly and without any of the common soap opera drama that she could have used to write this story.
Highly recommend this book. 5 stars all around and more if I was able to give more than 5 stars.
June 9, 2024
"Her life had easily snapped in two pieces like a piece of spun sugar, so delicate and fragile. Before and after."
Jody Holford's All the Other Me is a sweeping, emotional page turner perfect for anyone who's ever wondered about the paths not taken. Part emotional sister redemption story and part achingly slow burn love story, this book is a perfect book club read you won't be able to put down.
Wealthy and successful Isabelle Duprees and estranged sister Elaina embark on an impromptu road trip that peels back layers of hurt feelings, resentments, and an overwhelming love between sisters who experienced the same family events in starkly different ways.
Beautifully written and lyrical, raw and witty at just the right moments, All the Other Me will stay with you long after you've finished.
Jody Holford's All the Other Me is a sweeping, emotional page turner perfect for anyone who's ever wondered about the paths not taken. Part emotional sister redemption story and part achingly slow burn love story, this book is a perfect book club read you won't be able to put down.
Wealthy and successful Isabelle Duprees and estranged sister Elaina embark on an impromptu road trip that peels back layers of hurt feelings, resentments, and an overwhelming love between sisters who experienced the same family events in starkly different ways.
Beautifully written and lyrical, raw and witty at just the right moments, All the Other Me will stay with you long after you've finished.
May 12, 2024
THIS WAS SUCH AN INVENTIVE PREMISE!!! NOW IT'S GOT ME THINKING AGAIN ABOUT MYSELF IN THE MICUDAVERSE (AN INSIDE JOKE WITH SOMEONE WHO WILL NEVER READ THIS REVIEW)
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