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(OLD) The Misfortunes of Lolita
Author's note: The Misfortunes of Lolita will be published in print in Fall 2021. Please note that this is an unedited, significantly different version I had written as a teenager. I hope you will read the updated version, which I have rewritten with tenderness and care.
Former high school football star Frank Novak meets profound and depressed loner Lolita Abri — and falls headfirst into love. Throughout the course of one school year, they unravel each other and their sadness, setting apart their differences and realizing that sometimes love isn't enough — and sometimes it just might be.
Former high school football star Frank Novak meets profound and depressed loner Lolita Abri — and falls headfirst into love. Throughout the course of one school year, they unravel each other and their sadness, setting apart their differences and realizing that sometimes love isn't enough — and sometimes it just might be.
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P.S. Holy sh!t, thank you for all the lovely reviews. Big hugs!!
December 11, 2022
The best story I've read on Wattpad so far.
January 29, 2022
I was rereading this today and I realized I need to write a better review. Honestly, I think my review could never do justice to how much this book means to me.
"She was forgettable. But he'd remember her.
Because in a room full of people who were trying their best to be colourful, she was a painting in black and brown."
This book is art. It's everything that's beautiful in this world and it's full of tragedy. I've always been pulled towards sad things- I guess that's why this book will always be special for me.
"She had something about her face. It wasn't pretty. Not really. There was just something about her eyes, and her lips, and her forehead, and her goddamn midnight hair, that made Frank's heart race. She was forgettable. But Frank would remember her.
No, fucking god, no. No racing hearts and fireworks. Calm down. She's just Lolita.
And then she smiled at him.
And he fell.
God, did he fall."
This. THIS. How can someone expect me to recover after reading a story thats filled with paragraphs like this? How can someone expect me to fall in love with average people of this world when I've read about Lolita and Frank?! Granted, I'm not Lolita either so it's not fair to ask for a Frank... BUT SERIOUSLY?!! HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO RECOVER!??
Although, on a side note I would say if you don't like over-exaggerated kind of expressions- in a poetic way- you shouldn't read this story. I've read the comments on Wattpad and some people just don't relate to the way it's written, and if it doesn't speak to you, it's fine. But I wil honestly carry this book in my goddamnn heart. I'll reread it even when I'm 85 and my eyesight is weak af. I've been dying for it to get published since forever.
"She was forgettable. But he'd remember her.
Because in a room full of people who were trying their best to be colourful, she was a painting in black and brown."
This book is art. It's everything that's beautiful in this world and it's full of tragedy. I've always been pulled towards sad things- I guess that's why this book will always be special for me.
"She had something about her face. It wasn't pretty. Not really. There was just something about her eyes, and her lips, and her forehead, and her goddamn midnight hair, that made Frank's heart race. She was forgettable. But Frank would remember her.
No, fucking god, no. No racing hearts and fireworks. Calm down. She's just Lolita.
And then she smiled at him.
And he fell.
God, did he fall."
This. THIS. How can someone expect me to recover after reading a story thats filled with paragraphs like this? How can someone expect me to fall in love with average people of this world when I've read about Lolita and Frank?! Granted, I'm not Lolita either so it's not fair to ask for a Frank... BUT SERIOUSLY?!! HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO RECOVER!??
Although, on a side note I would say if you don't like over-exaggerated kind of expressions- in a poetic way- you shouldn't read this story. I've read the comments on Wattpad and some people just don't relate to the way it's written, and if it doesn't speak to you, it's fine. But I wil honestly carry this book in my goddamnn heart. I'll reread it even when I'm 85 and my eyesight is weak af. I've been dying for it to get published since forever.
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October 3, 2017
I am sorry but there are a lot of poorly written books on Wattpad. But this book is definitly not one of those! It is captivating and thought provoking. The style of the author is so mesmerizing, so poetic. I really, really loved this book and not just because it stood out from those books i mentioned before but also because it just feels like the author has understood things that are beyond the ordinary eyes. I would buy that book eventhough I am a really broke bitch
January 22, 2016
One of my favorites!! Love the book sooo much!!
September 4, 2021
wow wow wow and wow. this book. i read it all in one day bc i literally couldn’t put it down. this book is a masterpiece. 1737732/⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
May 1, 2020
Je sais même pas pourquoi cette histoire est resté dans ma liste de lecture pour si longtemps. Je ne regrette pas du tout d’avoir lu cette histoire. J’ai pas de mot pour dire comment cette histoire est bonne. C’est plus qu’un chef-d’œuvre. Je peux pas expliquer il faut lire pour voir de ces propre yeux. Frank et Lolita sont juste wow, même wow est pas assez pour les décrire. Aucun mots dans le dictionnaire peut décrire leurs relations platonique et si poétique. C’est deux là était fait pour l’un et l’autre, des âme-sœur. Comment ils font pour ce compléter comme une pièce de puzzle sans ce détruire l’un de l’autre. Comment ils ce comprennent seulement en ce regardant dans les yeux ou comment les millions de fois qu’ils ce sont dit I love you c’était comme s’ils le disait pour la première fois. Ils sont tellement goals. Même après 11 ans ils sont si fusionnel. C’est juste wow. Je suis ému, speechless. Je sais toujours pas pourquoi je n’est pas lu cette histoire plus tôt. C’est tellement poétique que sa brise le cœur en mille morceaux. Je pleurais juste en lisait un mots 😂 n’importe quoi, tellement elle as bien écrit.💕Frank et Lolita sont la définition de nos cœur même. Je les aime tant, je suis contente qu’ils ce sont retrouvés. Aussi comment ce livre parle de l’amour, juste wow, quand tu aime quelqu’un c’est pas juste bonbon et chocolat, mais bien quelqu’un qui est là pendant tes moments les plus difficile et qui doit parfois te laisser partir. Je suis tomber en amour avec les personnes tellement ils sont bien décris, leurs qualités mais aussi défauts. En tout cas omg je sais plus quoi dire tellement c’était trop bien. C’est littéralement meilleur que certain livre de poésie, je prie que un jour il sera publier comme sa je l’achèterai direct. J’ai adoréeee😭 et les peintures qu’il as fait de elle pendant tous ce temps😭🥺💕 et comment les deux pour 11 ans !! n’on jamais cessé de penser a l’un et l’autre juste trop mignon. 🥰 Sa montre un peu comment leur amour était si réel. Lol moi j’aurai oublié sans fâchée personne j’ai pas une bonne mémoire 😂 mais ce livre est juste trop parfait, cuteee mais aussi énervant avec cette bitch de Lana. Non mais c’est quoi sont problème la folle et Robin qui la suit comme un chien Olalala. Talia la bipolar mêle toi de tes affaires. Même si à la fin elle était un peu gentille elle m’énerve quand même. Anyways c’était trop bon et un des meilleurs livre que j’ai lu sur Wattpad de toute ma vie 😍❤️
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March 28, 2020
one of my favorite books ever. this deserves to be properly published. a masterpiece. art. the lyrical writing is beautiful. the characters are beautiful. the story is beautiful. the ending broke me. loved it so much.
June 14, 2015
Both the characters and the writing were beautiful.
June 14, 2015
This book captivated me from the first word and I literally could not put it down. The best story I think I've ever read on wattpad. Thank you.
June 15, 2019
God, the words in this book is just like a poetry. Frank is a painting. Lolita is a poetry. The book is an art.
July 26, 2020
The writing was poetic and it is such a beautiful romance novel.
July 8, 2021
Best wattpad book!!!
August 4, 2017
Beautiful read. I am so happy that I found this book. From the first page, the author had me CAPTIVATED by her words, so cogent yet so poetic.
As an avid Wattpad reader, I can definitely say most of the books displayed on the site are trite and clichéd, YAWN.
BUT, have hope BECAUSE THIS BOOK IS NOT AMONGST THOSE.
Unlike your typical YA/Romance [Wattpad] novel, this book actually has substance, and real, engaging characters with non-picturesque lives and real problems. The author took the time to build completely different background stories for the characters and even used a WOC for the titular character. Although the racial aspect was not a profound theme in the book, it was still there. You felt it while reading.. that's how amazing and well written this novel is. I found this book to be completely relatable and grammatically profound, I was utterly absorbed in it. The use of metaphorical phrases had me reeling. I could NOT put my phone down. If you are looking for a great read that will have you simultaneously crying due to it's emotional aspects and praying that things go swell for Frank & Lolita, THEN PUT THIS ON YOUR SHELF.
As an avid Wattpad reader, I can definitely say most of the books displayed on the site are trite and clichéd, YAWN.
BUT, have hope BECAUSE THIS BOOK IS NOT AMONGST THOSE.
Unlike your typical YA/Romance [Wattpad] novel, this book actually has substance, and real, engaging characters with non-picturesque lives and real problems. The author took the time to build completely different background stories for the characters and even used a WOC for the titular character. Although the racial aspect was not a profound theme in the book, it was still there. You felt it while reading.. that's how amazing and well written this novel is. I found this book to be completely relatable and grammatically profound, I was utterly absorbed in it. The use of metaphorical phrases had me reeling. I could NOT put my phone down. If you are looking for a great read that will have you simultaneously crying due to it's emotional aspects and praying that things go swell for Frank & Lolita, THEN PUT THIS ON YOUR SHELF.
July 1, 2017
Wattpad has some of the most poorly written and cliché books I've ever read. It's really difficult to finish books due to their errors and terrible plots, but this book was a pleasant surprise. I was captivated start to finish and I've shared it with all of my friends. The plot was good and had little cliches but they are easily excusable because of the beautiful language of the author. The author is very talented in imagery and perfectly sculpted sentences. I love it.
July 21, 2017
I love this story. One of the few *good* stories on wattpad, in my opinion. I read it back when it was published for the first time and just absolutely adored it. Today I read it again and my opinion is still the same, it's written so beautifully and the story itself is just amazing. Love love love.
August 11, 2021
one of the best books i’ve ever read and i don’t usually read poetry but this was unmatched. finished it in less than a day because i couldn’t get enough. all i wish is to have a real copy between my hands. the most beautiful and intricate writing.
February 22, 2017
I liked this story. it could get WAY to dramatic sometimes, and I didn't really like that ambiguous ending but other than that it was a nice read.
January 15, 2018
O m g . This is phenomenal! Crying so much at the epilogue wowwowowowowowwowowow
June 21, 2018
Melodiously beautiful❤️
August 16, 2018
It is the most beautiful book I have ever read.
December 21, 2018
So poetic and beautiful. Loved this story soooo much!
October 7, 2019
Wow. 5 stars are just not enough.
March 4, 2021
Im obsessed. Quite literally think this is one of the most beautiful things written. IM IN LOVE. Can't wait for the author to self-publish it soon so I can own a physical copy :)
August 18, 2021
First book I ever read on Wattpad and my favourite book of all time. I cried like a baby and I could feel the connection between the characters from the moment they met. The end was very painful because I wanted them to have a good end, but it fitted the story perfect. They actually did found each other and maybe they will have a second chance, gosh I hope so. The whole book is written in the most beautiful and fragile way. I also love the poetry that we get to see in the book. I love how the writer wrote about depression and addiction, it wasn’t triggering for me it was rather something I learned for.
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April 11, 2023
I only realized today that this was on Goodreads. I've read this years ago and if you're going to ask me the best books from Wattpad, it's this. I always felt this was so unique from all others I have read. Even years from now, the first edition of this on Wattpad has not left me and I can say for sure that the writing in this has inspired me a lot. It helped me figure out my style in writing and whenever I come back to Wattpad (which is twice a year, i guess) I come to this story and re-read it.
July 19, 2021
This book is one of the best books I've ever read. It is so beautifully written, like poetry. It will remind you what it feels like to fall in love again
September 22, 2021
cute book good for wattpad
February 2, 2022
I read this book on Wattpad, probably one of the best I've ever read on that app.
May 24, 2015
The Misfortunes of Lolita is one of the best love stories I have ever read. Every moment was so fucking beautiful, I fell in love completely. Will write better review later.
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